Academic Advisor Academic Advising Center

This position reports to the Associate Director of the Academic Advising and Support Center ( AASC). The AASC houses advising for: Undecided students, College of Fine Arts and Communication, College of Allied Health Sciences, Pre-professional, and intended Nursing.

The Academic Advisor's primary role is to provide individual advising to undergraduate students. The Advisor works with students to enhance engagement in their major, college, university, and community at large. The position makes personal contact with students; provides guidance about proper procedures regarding all necessary academic forms and use of electronic advising resources; refers students to appropriate university units, learning resources, and personnel; obtains and supplies students with supportive technical information; and meets with students who are in academic difficulty. In addition, the Advisor will help students with course selection, entry into a concentration, registration, and review of records.

The Academic Advisor will serve as a member of the academic advising team. The Academic Advisor works in partnership with undergraduate degree program directors and faculty to ensure that students stay on course with professional requirements throughout their program of study. The Advisor participates in professional development opportunities, teaches freshman seminars, and serves on university committees. The Advisor participates in university events and recruitment activities such as Open House and new student orientations. The Advisor is also responsible for recommending and implementing new and improved programs and systems to improve student retention and persistence to graduation.

Key Responsibilities
Advisors in the College of Fine Arts and Communication ( CFAC) provide one-on-one advising for students from freshman year through graduation. This requires intentional contact with students at-risk. The Advisors for CFAC also work directly with their schools on recruitment and retention efforts. Advisors assist with enrollment management and constantly review the course schedules and wait list to determine which classes are under-enrolled and which classes need additional seats or sections. Advisors also work closely with Directors and Associate Directors on curriculum revisions and ensuring curriculum is accurate in Acalog and pulling correctly into Banner and Degree Works. Advisors work closely with the various Living and Learning communities within the college and assist with recruiting and enrolling students into the appropriate LLC classes as well as programing.

Academic Advising - 70%
Manage an active student advising caseload up to 300 students in the School of Music. Maintain and uphold university policies and expectation of professional advising. Utilize precise record keeping regarding student advising caseload.

Project Management/Leadership- 15%
Manage special projects and advising initiatives independently as assigned by immediate supervisor. Monitor and report activities related to position regarding student course plans, course needs and projections. Actively participate on committees including advisory and departmental/programs.

Recruitment/Retention - 15%
Assist Academic Advising with recruitment and outreach projects related to enrollment initiatives. Assist with recruitment efforts such as Pirates Aboard, Open House, Pirates in Your Town, Pirate Promise, freshman orientation and transfer orientation. Provide information regarding program specific outreach and needs.

This position is contingent upon available funding.

This position requires a master's degree received from an appropriately accredited institution and conferred by the time of hire.

N/A

The following criteria are preferred for this position: Teaching, advising, and/or counseling experience in higher education; knowledge of college student development; and strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational, and customer-service skills. Strong computer skills and should enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Two to three original letters of reference are required for employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.