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State of Georgia lists this Academic Advisor opportunity in grovetown, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Job Title:
Academic Advisor
Agency:
Augusta Technical College
Job Requisition ID:
JR
Shift:
Not Applicable (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
$52,000 - $55,000; COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE.
Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY
The Academic Advisor is responsible for delivering excellent and relevant academic advisement, information, and other duties as assigned by the Director of Enrollment Services.
MAJOR DUTIES
Provide academic advising and registration assistance to incoming and first-semester students.
Conduct virtual advising appointments through the Virtual Advising Calendar.
Monitor and respond to inquiries received through the Advising Center's general email inbox.
Guide students on academic requirements, including transcript submission, degree planning, and institutional policies.
Refer students to appropriate campus resources, including the Financial Aid Office, to ensure completion of financial aid and enrollment requirements.
Assist the Coordinator of Academic Advising with planning and implementing Advising Center programs and events.
Collaborate with the Office of Admissions, Student Support Services, academic deans, faculty, and other campus partners to develop and implement programs that support new student registration, advising, student retention, and student success.
Maintain accurate student records and documentation related to advising activities in accordance with institutional policies.
Stay current on institutional policies, academic programs, curriculum changes, and advising best practices to provide accurate information to students.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES Ability to prioritize multiple projects and work in an environment with regular interruption.
Ability to explain policies and procedures/rules and regulations.
Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
Considerable knowledge of Augusta Technical College academic programs and requirements, student services policies and procedures, and campus resources.
Considerable knowledge of techniques for compiling and reporting outcomes information.
Knowledge of transfer requirements to four-year institutions and articulation agreements.
Skill in delivering public presentations and designing training sessions.
Skill in effective advising techniques.
Ability to work with at-risk and culturally diverse populations.
Oral and written communication skills
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
Decision making and problem-solving skills.
Ability to pay close attention to details, coordination, and prioritization.
Ability to maintain confidentiality
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor's degree from a nationally accredited college or university in counseling, educational administration, vocational leadership, or a closely related field
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in a related field *and* Three (3) years of experience in student affairs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field and Two (2) years of related work experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.
Worksite address
grovetown, GA, 30813, US
Who can apply
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