Academic Advisor

About the role

University College welcomes applications for Academic Advisor. Academic advisors are significant in fulfilling the mission to support undergraduate students in finding success and fulfillment in their academic experience at the University. Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What You'll Do And What You'll Bring

• Provide proactive advising to an assigned caseload of approximately 300 students to provide information and guidance on academic-related issues such as course planning and registration, degree requirements, and academic progress.
• Support students by creating and maintaining personalized four-year degree plans as mandated by the State of Indiana; train students to interpret the Stellic degree audit and use Self-Service Banner (SSB).
• Promote strategies for success with students including time management, study tips, and participation in tutoring and supplemental instruction sessions; conduct proactive/intrusive outreach to high support students; provide additional intervention with assigned students in the process of academic warning.
• Participate in appropriate admissions and orientation events; assist new transfer students and collaborate with academic departments as necessary.
• Participate in unit-specific and campus-wide retention and student success initiatives.
• Aid students in exploring career/major options and the use of related campus services; assist students in the selection of alternative and/or complementary major/minor programs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of university academic programs, requirements, policies, and procedures as outlined in academic postings, the Undergraduate Catalog, the Student Success Handbook, and other resources.
• Create reports related to student advisee caseloads as directed by academic advising leadership.
• Aid students in understanding the philosophical purpose and requirements of the Cardinal Core.
• Communicate with academic departments regarding curriculum and advising services as appropriate.
• Represent Academic Advising through service on university committees and participation in campus events; participate in professional development activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university by date of employment.
• Experience in academic advising, student services, higher education, counseling, or related field.
• Ability to work with faculty, administration, and undergraduate students.
• Sensitivity to the needs of the student population.
• Interpersonal/human relations skills.
• Ability to encourage and empower students to make their own decisions.
• Ability to act as an advocate for both the student and the university.
• Ability to identify students' needs for support services in order to make appropriate referrals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university by date of employment.
• Academic advising or student affairs experience.
• Familiarity with Ball State curriculum.
• Experience with Banner, Stellic, and EAB Navigate.

How To Apply

For inquiries, please contact: advising@bsu.edu. Please upload the following documents: Cover letter, Resume (Do not use the Autofill Resume feature.). Applications must be received before 12:01 AM on July 27, 2026.

What We Offer

• Paid 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and 10 holidays a year.
• Affordable health and dental insurance.
• Robust long-term disability and life insurance plans.
• A range of retirement benefits.
• Coverage of 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State.
• Coverage of 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition.

Benefits

Ball State University understands the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being and financial security. Our benefits include:

• Paid 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and 10 holidays a year.
• Affordable health and dental insurance.
• Robust long-term disability and life insurance plans.
• A range of retirement benefits.
• Coverage of 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State.
• Coverage of 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition.