Academic Advisor II - Student Success & Retention

Job Title: Academic Advisor II - Student Success & Retention

Location: Valdosta State University

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job : 298458

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
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Coordinates and participates in special academic advising programs and services.

Based on the recent Proclamation:
Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers (H-1B), VSU will not be sponsoring any new H-1B visa petitions until further notice.

• Coordinate and participate in special academic advising programs and services. (15%)
• Develop and implement academic advising policies, programs, and materials. (15%)
• 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. (35%)
• Clarify and interpret academic policies and degree requirements. (10%)
• Maintain and update student files and records. Ensure compliance with FERPA regulations. (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. (15%)

Early Intervention

• Proactively monitor, review, and respond to submitted early alerts in accordance with established intervention timelines, operational expectations, and departmental protocols.
• Conduct outreach and intervention efforts for students identified through the early alert process to address concerns impacting academic performance and engagement.
• Demonstrate proactive engagement in identifying student barriers, concerns, and support needs before they develop into larger academic or retention challenges and contribute to solution‑oriented intervention efforts.
• Coordinate referrals and connect students to appropriate campus resources and support services based on concerns identified through the early alert process.
• Collaborate with faculty, advisors, and campus partners to coordinate intervention strategies and support student success efforts related to early alert referrals.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation of alert activity,…