Kennesaw State University · 5 hours ago
Academic Advisor, Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering & Engineering Technology
Marietta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$44K/yr - $46K/yr
1+ years expKennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country, dedicated to transforming lives through academic excellence and innovation. The Academic Advisor role involves assessing and advising students on academic requirements, providing guidance, and assisting them in setting goals for their careers and academic paths.
Education
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality academic advising services to current and prospective KSU students
Develops multi-semester degree planning following major curriculum guidelines, aligns students¿ academic interests and aptitudes with appropriate professional goals
Connects students with appropriate academic and non-academic student services that promote their success, and maintaining thorough and accurate documentation of individual advising sessions
Meets formally with students to develop meaningful connections
Attends and participates in advising sessions for new and incoming students, both at orientation and in pre-orientation advising sessions with students and families
Participates in college or institutional student success initiatives
Utilizes and incorporates best practices identified through the analysis of reports/analytics related to advising activity, student success metrics, etc
Contributes to the coordination of unit-level communication plans regarding key milestones, registration deadlines, academic resources, etc
Monitors and documents the retention, progression, and graduation of students within the assigned population, and offer proactive outreach to the assigned populations within the appropriate system
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
One (1) year of experience in a student success or support related role
Able to access and maintain confidential student information
Able to interact effectively with students
Able to work evenings and weekends to support College initiatives, events and/or activities
Able to deal with multiple tasks or projects at one-time meeting assigned deadlines
Participates in ongoing professional development activities that enhance academic advising outcomes
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Banner, Electronic Records Management systems, EAB, Microsoft Office Suite, and other systems related to student support)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
Preferred
Experience in a higher education setting
Demonstrated commitment to academic advising as a key component of student success, as evidenced by prior experiences, such as peer leadership, student affairs leadership, peer advising, or curriculum design, letters of recommendation, and interview(s)
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
13 paid holidays
Vacation
Generous retirement plans
Tuition waiver
Wellness options
And more!
Company
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw State University is a public, coeducational, comprehensive university located in Kennesaw, Georgia
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (32)
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2023 (26)
2022 (19)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.31MKey Investors
National Cemetery Administration
2024-06-17Grant· $0.31M
2022-03-02Grant
Leadership Team
Anna Bilyeu
Educational Technology Specialist/Project Lead with KSU iTeach
Steven Smalt
Accounting Professor
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