Academic Advisor (Adjunct)

About the role

This temporary position will advise a caseload of incoming first-year students to educate them on the courses they need for the following semester. The role will help ensure students are in the right classes, support their transition to PSU, and assist those who are having academic difficulties. The position will also guide undeclared students through the major and career exploration process.

Responsibilities

• Academic Advising Caseloads (70%)
  • Advisee caseloads of psychology and undeclared students (approximately 75)
  • Advise undeclared students (help with transition to college, registration & classes, major & minor exploration, educate on advising tools and platforms, etc.)
  • Help undeclared students transition into a major
• Academic Support Advising (30%)
  • Assist students with low 6-week grades
  • Create plans to increase GPAs and improve academic performance
  • Conduct consistent check-ins on progress in classes, attendance, assignments, mental health, etc., and offer accountability and encouragement

Requirements

• Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree required in higher education, human resources, program administration, or related field.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Experience coaching and advising students.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Public speaking experience.
  • Career development knowledge and skills.
  • Program/workshop development and facilitation experience.
  • Proficiency with various technology platforms including Microsoft Office Suite, student database software, and other educational technology tools.

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree preferred with a minimum of two years of experience in student advising, higher education, human resources, program administration, or related field.
  • Experience in college/university academic advising or career development office.
  • Experience developing and implementing programming for students.
  • Evidence of an innovative and research-based mindset.
  • A strong understanding of student development, especially in the first year of college.

Pay

$25.50 per hour