Academic Advisor
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Job Location:
Fort Pierce, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
The Role: Academic Advisor
At Indian River State College we believe in the power of personalized guidance to shape the future of our students. As an Academic Advisor youll be at the forefront of empowering individuals to navigate their academic and personal journeys successfully.
Why Youll Love It Here:
Innovative Environment: Join a dynamic team that embraces creativity and encourages out-of-the-box thinking.
Impactful Work: Be a driving force in shaping the future of our students one piece of advice at a time.
Culture: Work alongside a diverse and passionate group of individuals who believe in the power of support.
What You Bring:
Passion: A genuine desire to see others succeed and a knack for turning aspirations into action.
Communications Skills: Stellar verbal and written communication skills to connect with individuals from all walks of life.
Personalized Guidance: Provide one-on-one advising sessions to students offering support in academic planning goal setting and career exploration.
Collaborative Partnerships: Foster strong relationships with faculty staff and external organizations to enhance the overall advising experience.
Student Advocacy: Advocate for the needs and concerns of students ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment for all.
Join us in creating a community where every student is guided supported and inspired to reach their full potential. Indian River State College is not just an institution; its a pathway to success! If this sounds like you apply and showcase your advising superpowers. The journey to success begins with you!
About Us
Indian River State College is a leading public institution located on Floridas Treasure Coast serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are dedicated to academic excellence innovation and community engagement offering associate and bachelors degrees workforce training and continuing education programs.
At The River we believe every students and employees story matters. We value the different perspectives experiences and talents that come together on our campuses creating a learning environment and workplace thats supportive inclusive and inspiring. With flexible options online on campus and hybrid we design learning experiences that meet students where they are and prepare them for real-world success. Programs like the Promise Program open doors by providing eligible students with tuition-free access ensuring every learner has the opportunity to thrive.
Why Join the River
When you join Indian River State College you become part of a forward-thinking and supportive community where your work truly matters. Your role is more than a job; its an opportunity to shape the future uplift students and be part of a mission-driven college that is changing lives every day.
What We Offer
At Indian River State College we value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness: Medical dental vision flexible spending accounts life insurance supplemental plans and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Affordable Coverage: PPO/HMO options starting at just $50/month for individual coverage and $180/month for family coverage.
Retirement Security: Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) plus tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) options.
Time for You: Generous paid vacation personal and sick leave to support work-life balance.
Perks & Discounts: Reduced rates on services and tickets to local attractions.
Growth & Development: Professional development programs leadership training and opportunities to advance your career.
JOB SUMMARY:
Under minimal supervision this position provides academic and personal guidance for a caseload of applicants to the College from their admission through to completion. Duties include: promoting and managing progression course success retention completion post-graduate success and student satisfaction; utilizing the Colleges River Support retention resources and other indicators of progress to assist students and faculty toward course and degree/certificate completion goals.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Guides assigned caseload of students and walk-in students with program selection program planning and enrollment information and assistance.
Completes an individualized Student Success Plan for every student in the assigned caseload assists with registration for classes filing for financial aid or billing issues; closely monitors and actively supports each students progression toward degree/certificate completion; and verifies and updates students on degree requirements.
Provides extensive support to students in the planning and achievement of educational and career goals; reaches out to students who are falling behind in coursework; assists with transfers of study; and enhances student awareness of educational resources.
Assists with processing of student admission registrations and payments as needed.
Follows up regularly with every student in the assigned caseload to identify and resolve any barriers to success; works to solve issues related to student success including referrals to resources within and outside of the College and tracking to ensure positive outcomes.
Reviews reports and updates Student Success Plans.
Assists with recruitment activities including evenings and weekends to meet College enrollment goals; assists with off-site registrations and Dual Enrollment.
May also greet walk-in students; provide support in utilizing social media for various communication and promotional reasons; participate in Workday testing; and work on various projects.
Works a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the students and the College (peak registration and weekends) including one evening per week and extended hours during peak registration.
Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree in a discipline related to education and/or student services (Masters degree preferred); two (2) years of related work experience; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this job.
Knowledge of student services including managing tracking and supporting a significant student caseload from enrollment through degree/certification completion.
Knowledge of intrusive advising.
Knowledge of one-stop enrollment incorporating registration financial aid admissions and similar support.
Skill in organizing time management and prioritizing.
Skill in working with Microsoft Office and Windows based applications including using a student information system.
Skill in developing and delivering presentations.
Ability to provide accurate and sound academic and career advice.
Ability to be flexible be creative in problem solving maintain confidentiality use sound judgement collaborate with others apply initiative work independently as well as with others provide sound advice be discrete and be self-motivated.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as sedentary work involving lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.
Classification
StaffSupervisory
NoFLSA Exempt
YesEmployment Type
RegularCompensation and Application Deadline
Pay range starts at: $40570.96 . All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidates education and experience Open until filled.Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
