Academic Advisor jobs in Charlotte, NC

Academic Advisor advises university/college students in course and major selection, requirements for selected area of concentration, and post-college plans. Assists students in setting academic goals, course planning and career development. Being an Academic Advisor may work with individual students or groups. Requires a bachelor's degree in counseling or related field or its equivalent. Additionally, Academic Advisor typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Academic Advisor gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be an Academic Advisor typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Academic Advisor
  • UNC Charlotte
  • Charlotte, NC FULL_TIME
  • The primary purpose of the Office of Adult Students and Extended Services (OASES), a program under the Enrollment Management division at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, is to support the university’s enrollment goals by recruiting, retaining, and graduating adult and nontraditional students. OASES provides quality advising services and promotes educational opportunity by the research, design, implementation, and evaluation of academic programs and services for adult and nontraditional students. OASES offers services and programs to assist adult students in reaching their academic and career goals.

    Primary Purpose of Position
    The primary purpose of this position is to advise the populations of students that are classified as adult and nontraditional students and coordinate adult student engagement programs to ensure an inclusive learning environment on campus. The adult and nontraditional student populations include, but are not limited to, prospective, newly admitted, readmitted, and transfer adult students.
    The position includes the following primary areas of responsibility for adult students:
    • Advise adult and nontraditional students.
    • Coordinate and provide leadership for adult student engagement programs and services (research, design, marketing, management, budgeting, and evaluation).
    • Assist in coordinating recruitment and orientation programs.
    • Act as an essential resource for supporting the recruitment, enrollment, retention, and graduation of adult and nontraditional students.


    Summary of Position Responsibilities
    Serves as the primary advisor for populations of students that are classified as adult and nontraditional students.
    • Maintains current catalog knowledge of academic policy, major and minor degree requirements, and certification options/requirements.
    • Assists students in academic exploration, registration, and knowledge of policies and resources.
    • Coordinates programming to assist students in achieving their goals by researching, developing, managing, and evaluating programs and services designed to engage adult learners in the university experience.
    • Collaborates with faculty and staff to support students’ academic experiences and develop completion options.
    • Assists in the research, development, management, and evaluation of programs and services.
    • May teach or assist in teaching a UCOL course.
    • Committed to a team-oriented environment & to adult student success.
    • Works Monday-Friday and hours could vary based on the extended morning and evening office coverage needs, and some Saturday work is required.
    • Fulfills other responsibilities as needed and as assigned by the associate director or director of OASES.

    Minimum Education/Experience
    • The minimum education and experience is a master’s degree from an accredited institution in higher education administration, adult education, liberal arts, business, or related field and at least four years of progressive academic advising experience or an equivalent capacity of service.
    • Exceptional human relationship skills and professional demeanor to establish immediate credibility and confidence with clients.
    • Experience in teamwork, collaboration, flexibility, tact, and diplomacy.
    • Highly organized with attention to detail s/timeframes/promptness and have the ability to multitask is essential.
    • Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills are essential.
    • Strong teamwork ability to plan for and work on multiple projects concurrently and collaborate with other program and project leaders to work efficiently to maximize outcomes.
    • Proficiency with student information/records systems, MS Office Suite, and G Suite needed.
    • Proficiency with or capacity to learn about industry standard tools used for creating web and digital media content are essential.
    • Ability to quickly learn and adapt as the programming environment of the division or as the technology tools and systems evolve.

    Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
    • Preference will be given for persons who have excellent skills and experiences in adult student advising, teamwork, communication, public relations, and problem solving.
    • Knowledge, skills, and experiences working with academic policy, the course catalog, and assessment at a four-year public university.
    • Prior advising experience with adult and nontraditional learners at a four-year public university.
    • Experience with flexible working hours.
    • Available to work a rotational schedule each week and several Saturdays annually.
    • Proficiency with the Banner student records system, MS Office Suite, G Suite, social media, and creating web and digital media content.

    Necessary Certifications/Licenses

    Preferred Certifications/Licenses

    Special Notes to Applicants
    UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits
    The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.
    • The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
    Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application.
    • Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
    • Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.
    These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.

    Posting Open Date
    02/23/2024

    Posting Close Date

    Open Until Filled
    Yes

    Proposed Hire Date
    04/01/2024

    If time-limited please indicate appointment end date

    Contact Information
  • 14 Days Ago

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Academic Advisor
  • University of North Carolina Charlotte
  • Charlotte, NC FULL_TIME
  • Academic Advisor Please see Special Instructions for more details. UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.The Search Committee will not contact...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Career and Academic Advisor - (Grant Funded)
  • Central Piedmont Community College
  • Charlotte, NC FULL_TIME
  • General Function This is a Grant Funded Posiition with an expected end date of December 2024 Performs a variety of tasks related to advising students regarding career direction and program/course sele...
  • Just Posted

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Remote Tutor - Middle School
  • Learn It Academic Services
  • Charlotte, NC OTHER
  • Overview Learn It Systems is a national education organization whose mission is to help all children succeed in school and in life. We value team members who exhibit collaboration, integrity and the d...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Remote Tutor
  • Learn It Academic Services
  • Charlotte, NC OTHER
  • Overview Learn It Systems is a national education organization whose mission is to help all children succeed in school and in life. We value team members who exhibit collaboration, integrity and the d...
  • 1 Month Ago

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ACADEMIC ELEMENTARY INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
  • Anson County School
  • Wadesboro, NC FULL_TIME
  • Qualifications: Current North Carolina Teacher Licensure Minimum of five years successful classroom teaching experience preferred Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree in Education preferred Supervises: ...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Paraplanner
  • Claire Myers Consulting
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Our client is a highly accomplished and premier financial advisory firm with over 25 years of experience. They pride the...
  • 5/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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High Performance Engines Instructor
  • WyoTech
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Eric Paul | WyoTech Specialty Program Coordinator 1889 Venture Dr Laramie, WY 82070 307-...
  • 5/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Student Academic Advisor
  • Johnson and Wales University
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Student Academic Advisor Job no: 9721 Work type: Full Time Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Categories: Staff/Adminis...
  • 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sociology Instructor
  • York Technical College, SC
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • Salary: $0.00 Annually Location : York County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 162816 Agency: York Technical Co...
  • 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Culinary - Adjunct Faculty
  • Mitchell Community College
  • Statesville, NC
  • Salary: See Position Description Location : Statesville Campus Job Type: Part Time Job Number: 23-P18 Division: Learning...
  • 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Director, Admissions & Student Recruitment (Charlotte)
  • UNC Kenan-Flagler School of Business
  • Charlotte, NC
  • This position is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The person hired into this position will work out of the Charlott...
  • 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Academic Advisor - Tier 1
  • University of North Carolina Charlotte
  • Charlotte, NC
  • This position is committed to engaging students in personal development and self-assessment, teaching students how to ef...
  • 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Faculty-Baking & Pastry Arts
  • Johnson and Wales University
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Faculty-Baking & Pastry Arts Job no: 9536R Work type: Full Time Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Categories: Faculty,...
  • 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

Charlotte (/ˈʃɑːrlət/) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Located in the Piedmont, it is the county seat of Mecklenburg County. In 2017, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated the population was 859,035, making it the 17th-most populous city in the United States. The Charlotte metropolitan area's population ranks 22nd in the U.S., and had a 2016 population of 2,474,314. The Charlotte metropolitan area is part of a sixteen-county market region or combined statistical area with a 2016 census-estimated population of 2,632,249. Between 2004 and 2014, Charlotte was ranked as...
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Income Estimation for Academic Advisor jobs
$46,535 to $59,190
Charlotte, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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