Academic Advisor

About the role

The Academic Advisor for Undergraduate Students at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott Campus, provides comprehensive academic guidance and student support within a rigorous, aviation and STEM focused learning environment. This role supports students from matriculation through graduation by assisting with academic planning, course selection, degree requirements, university policies, and institutional resources. Advisors work closely with faculty, student services, and campus partners to promote student success, retention, and timely degree completion while upholding Embry-Riddle’s academic standards and mission.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with registration, course selection, academic planning, schedule adjustments, and other program updates.
• Refer students to appropriate university resources when questions arise.
• Engage with the advising team for cross training.
• Enforce university policies and procedures, ensuring students understand degree requirements, transfer credit policies, and the importance of co-curricular engagement.
• Collaborate with faculty and other stakeholders to track student progress, identify at-risk students, and provide timely outreach.
• Serve as a liaison to other departments (Admissions, Registrar, Housing, etc.), ensuring clear and appropriate communication.
• Accurately maintain student records using university-approved technology and systems.
• Support & Outreach:
• Attend all required department meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities in person.
• Participate in committees and campus initiatives as assigned.
• Actively contribute to UNIV101 workshops.
• Serve as a liaison to other departments (Admissions, Registrar, Housing, etc.), ensuring clear and appropriate communication.
• Accurately maintain student records using university-approved technology and systems.
• Conduct targeted outreach to first-year students and students identified as academically at-risk.
• Implement proactive strategies to engage and support students in achieving academic success.
• Maintain detailed documentation of outreach efforts and follow-up actions.
• Collaborate with relevant campus colleges and departments to ensure a coordinated approach to student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in STEM subject, psychology, sociology, counseling, communication, education or other related field
• 1-3 years of experience in Student Support or Administrative