Undergraduate Academic Advisor I
Job Responsibilities
The Undergraduate Academic Advisor provides individual advising to approximately 300 assigned students (first-year students, transfer students, continuing caseload of students or a combination) to assist in transitioning to college, academic planning and progression, and engagement on campus.
Advisors possess a working knowledge of college curriculums, university policy, and campus resources. Advisors communicate and meet regularly with students, their assigned College, and the University Advising Center.
- Maintain an average advising schedule of 30 hours per week
- Manage student caseloads
- Participate in ongoing training and certification
- Host various outreach events
- Intervene with students
- Regularly use available technologies to ensure accurate and effective advising
Requirements
Knowledge of undergraduate advising practices, student services, modern office procedures, policies, and equipment, along with experience using technology and a thorough understanding of University policies, procedures, and functions.
Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Strong organizational and coordination abilities, combined with the flexibility to maintain a professional image and provide leadership under stressful conditions, tight deadlines, and constantly changing schedules.
Demonstrated capacity to exercise a high level of confidentiality, independent initiative, sound judgment, and professional discretion.
Qualifications
Minimum and Additional Requirements:
- Master’s degree and 1 year advising experience preferred
Benefits
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retail Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities