Academic Advisor

About This Role

The Academic Advisor provides academic guidance and information to current and prospective students, enhancing their academic experience and promoting retention and completion of their degrees.

Responsibilities

• Conduct academic advising for current and prospective students utilizing multiple modalities such as in-person, virtual, phone, and email
• Provide guidance on academic topics such as degree requirements and relevant course selection
• Assist students in setting and achieving educational and career goals
• Help students make informed academic decisions, teaching them how to track academic progress and utilize available tools and resources
• Monitor the academic progress of a student caseload through proactive outreach
• Conduct verification of degree progress, removal of holds, and approval of various forms to ensure timely student progression
• Analyze and interpret student data, transcripts, and placement results
• Enter advising notes into MyMav following best practices for documenting student appointments/contacts
• Maintain a clear understanding of all applicable federal, state, and University policies and procedures
• Keep abreast of relevant academic programs and support services, providing appropriate referrals to students

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Nice to Have

• Master’s degree in related field
• One (1) year of experience working with college students or adolescents in an advising capacity