Academic Advisor

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Conway, SC
Job Type: Full-Time Staff
Job Number: PCLS202400353
Division: Provost
Department: Edwards College Advising Center
Opening Date: 10/25/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Details
Coastal Carolina University seeks applications for the position of Academic Advisor for the Edwards College Advising Center.
Academic Advisors are responsible for the planning and delivery of academic advising programs and services. Responsible for maintaining regular contact with students to provide accurate, timely information on academic majors, University policies and regulations, and support services available to students. Responsible for understanding and interpreting the requirements and academic options in specific assigned areas and for knowing basic information about other academic areas to facilitate the student's pursuit of fields of interest.
Occasional nights/or weekends; mental demands- organization, reasoning & decision making, communication, resilience, high-traffic, high-stress, high-demand environment
Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 10,000 students from 49 states and 55 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the baccalaureate and master's degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in instructional technology, and PhD degrees in marine science: coastal and marine systems science and education sciences.
Coastal Carolina University is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and we seek candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. The University provides equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status or disability in admissions, employment and in all of its educational programs and activities. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply.
How to apply: Interested applicants may apply on-line at Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.
Student Services Program Coordinator II (CB70/61122945/PCLS 202400353), full-time position with benefits. SC State Pay Band: 05. Salary range: $38,985.00 (minimum) - $55,559.00 (midpoint). Normal work hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Must be flexible to meet the special scheduling needs of the university.
Duties
Duties include, but not limited to:

1. Provide students with information focused on meeting developmental academic needs, including transition to the college environment, exploration of various major fields of study, career options, available resources, and university policies.
2. Assist students with the course planning and registration process; keep accurate records of student advising contacts and progress toward a degree.
3. Process student requests and forms in a timely manner; audit student records each semester to ensure appropriate course selection and progress; provide final audits for graduating seniors.
4. Engage in departmental committees and professional development.
5. Teaches one class per academic year or fulfills the equivalent "teaching" responsibility through tutoring, conducting study sessions, or providing workshops for faculty advisors and/or students.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: A master's degree and related experience are required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Two (2) years of experience in higher education or teaching experience is preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Consultation skills. Competency with culturally diverse populations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to exercise good judgment. Problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Creativity. Familiarity with FERPA guidelines. Ability to process confidential information with the utmost discretion. Ability to build trust and strong professional interpersonal relationships with students and university personnel.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
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Do you have a Master's degree and related experience?

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