Academic Advisor

Responsibilities

• Advises Students: Conduct registration advising sessions, pre-advising workshops, and maintain communication through various channels while holding office hours for advising appointments.
• Implement Advising Policies and Procedures: Ensure compliance with university policies and procedures related to academics, graduation, orientation, admissions, Title IX, FERPA, accessibility, and VA benefits.
• Oversee Registration Process: Manage the registration process, including Tiger Scheduler, withdrawals, schedule adjustments, and pre-requisites for students in the Department of Animal Science.
• Utilize Curriculum Software: Learn and use curriculum software such as Bulletin, Degree Works, and participate in the Curriculum Committee, approving course substitutions and updating Degree Works.
• Utilize Campus Software: Use various advising-related software tools (Advise Assist, Banner, Canvas, Salesforce, Smartsheet, Degree Works, Workflow) for tasks such as managing office hours, inputting data, creating content, and tracking processes.
• Serve on Committees: Participate in college and university committees, including the Advisor Caucus and Curriculum Committee.
• Manage Student Records and Data: Oversee academic standing, manage student data in multiple systems, ensure FERPA compliance, and handle major and minor changes.
• Create and Implement Retention Strategies: Develop and execute strategies to retain students.
• Affiliate with Orientation Sessions: Organize and attend Camp War Eagle and SOS sessions, advising students and parents, and assisting with registration.
• Manage Student Crises: Coordinate with Auburn Cares on student issues (mental health, Title IX, academic, inter-personal), and provide support for academic and personal challenges.
• Communicate with Stakeholders: Engage with parents, families, and campus partners while adhering to FERPA regulations.
• Engage in Professional Development: Attend professional development sessions, conferences, and workshops at Auburn, regionally, and nationally/internationally, and serve in leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Level I: Bachelor's degree - no specific discipline.
• Level II: Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience with primary focus of student-related advising or academic counseling. OR A Master's degree with 2 years of experience of student-related advising or academic counseling.
• Level III: Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience with primary focus of student-related advising or academic counseling. OR A Master's degree with 4 years of experience of student-related advising or academic counseling. For positions that require the employee to teach, a Master's degree will be required.

Pay

This position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is flexible and will be determined based on the needs of the department and the individual’s qualifications.