Academic Advisor

Overview

Posting Number: PG194650EP

Internal Recruitment : No

Working Title: Academic Advisor

Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience and credentials

Work Schedule: Monday
- Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM; but varies according to need, with potential for limited hybrid work as approved by the department and university policy. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for events such as summer orientations, recruitment

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department : Integrative Humanities and Social Sciences

The Department of Integrative Humanities and Social Sciences houses six majors with over 500 students in Africana Studies, Arts Studies, International Studies, Self-Design, Science, Technology, and Society, and Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies.

IHSS also offers 7 undergraduate minors, 3 undergraduate dual-degree honors programs, and 1 graduate program. IHSS has core faculty and faculty directors who work in partnership with departments from our college and others to deliver the courses in each program.

IHSS actively partners with departments and programs on campus and in the Triangle to host events including speakers and conferences in support of the programs several times during the school year.

For more information, please visit the department website.

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

The Department of Integrative Humanities and Social Sciences (IHSS) at NC State University invites applications for a full-time Academic Advisor who is passionate about student success, mentorship, and education. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a varied student population, helping students navigate their academic journey while fostering meaningful engagement within the university community.

The Academic Advisor will primarily support first- and second-year students, as well as new transfer students, enrolled in IHSS majors. The successful candidate will play a key role in guiding students through academic planning, campus engagement, and successful transitions into university life.

• Provide individualized academic advising and enrollment support for students pursuing interdisciplinary majors, including Africana Studies (AFS), Arts Studies (ARS), International Studies (IS), Self-Design (SD), Science, Technology, and Society (STS), and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality (WGS) Studies.
• Empower students to define and achieve their academic, personal, and professional goals.
• Help students explore and develop their academic interests and focus areas within their chosen major.
• Guide students through curriculum planning, university policies, degree requirements, and academic decision-making.
• Connect students with campus resources and opportunities that enhance their educational experience, including minors, certificates, undergraduate research, study abroad, internships, and experiential learning.
• Support student onboarding and transition initiatives, including orientation programs, first-year experiences, transfer student integration, Summer Start, and Spring Connect programs.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to support student retention, engagement, and success initiatives.
• Assist with planning and implementation of departmental events such as commencement ceremonies, orientation sessions, and other student-centered programming.
• Maintain accurate advising records and documentation in accordance with university standards and best practices.
• Stay informed about university resources, course offerings, and student support services across campus.

• Partner with university offices and community colleges to support smooth internal and external transfer pathways for students.
• Contribute to departmental recruitment and outreach efforts as needed.
• Participate in occasional evening and weekend…