Academic Advisor - VState Online

As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission.

The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values.

Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice
civility, integrity,and
citizenship.As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University.

Civility
- A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being.

Integrity
- Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty.

Citizenship
- Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help.

As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of
Civility, Integrity,and
Citizenship
.

Advise students on course selection, requirements for selected areas of concentration, and post-college plans to help meet their educational needs and realize student scholastic goals.

Typical Allocation of Duties:

Advising - 45%
Advise students with regards to their educational, career, personal and social development needs. Refer students to academic and personal resources as appropriate. Assist students in selecting courses.
Interpret polices - 15%
Clarify and interpret academic policies and degree requirements.
Student files - 15%
Maintain and update student files and records. Ensure compliance with FERPA regulations.
Student transition services - 15%
Facilitate programs that help students explore career and post-bachelor's degree options. Assist students in the transition from high school to college and provide appropriate referral to University offices and resources as needed.
Monitor student progress - 10%
Monitor student academic progress and provide developmental programming focused on student academic needs. Advise, monitor, and work closely with students on academic probation and those returning from academic suspension.

• Reports in an on-campus capacity (or in-person) in Valdosta, GA.
• Serves as the advisor of record for undergraduate students in the VState Online College with advising delivered virtually via phone or Microsoft Teams meeting.
• Participates in an Intentional Advising model, exemplified by ongoing student interactions designed to support retention, a philosophy of the adult learner, etc.
• Develops expertise in interpreting university, college, and program policies, procedures, and curricular requirements.
• Audits student records for curriculum, major, and graduation requirements.
• Refers students with academic discrepancies to proper officials for further action.
• Evaluates and maintains student records for degree requirements using Degree Works, Slate CRM, and other technologies.
• Monitors student registration activities and academic performance/progress.
• Sends communications to students regarding course scheduling, core and major requirements, academic resources, etc.
• Participates in unit, division, and university-wide committees, projects, trainings or initiatives.
• Contributes to a positive team culture.
• Participates in events that occur outside of standard business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including some weekends.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Experience
Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of…