Academic Advisor
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Academic Advisor.
Position Details
Location: Hattiesburg, Mississippi, , United States
Division: College of Business and Economic Development
Position Type: Staff
Employment Status: Full Time
Pay Grade: X06
Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary
Advise undergraduate business students regarding progression to degree, course selections, and student success. Assist the college with the recruitment and retention of students.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Advise continuing students each semester prior to registration; update the semester guide prior to the advising meeting.
- Evaluate transcripts and advise new prospective undergraduate and second degree students on the applicability of transfer credit for College of Business and Economic Development program requirements; prepare semester guides for new students showing courses completed; and meets individually with new students who missed Preview (orientation).
- Audit and approve applications for degree for undergraduate CBED students and meet with students when filing for degree to discuss GPA requirements; course requirements, residency requirements, and final-processing procedures.
- Advise and coach students on Probation, Probation Continued, and Suspension; hold signature authority for the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education related to Exceptions in SOAR, Probation, Probation Continued, and Suspension student's SOAR holds.
- Answers questions from faculty, staff, and general public regarding degree requirements for CBED and College policies and University policies regarding enrollment; notifies faculty, staff, and students of important dates.
- Ensure student degree progress report is accurate in SOAR; process course substitutions in business core and general education core; process add/drop/withdrawal of classes, change of major/minor/certificate applications, overloads on classes and prerequisite for classes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of related experience and/or training.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Ability to occasionally travel or work nights/weekends
- Ability to effectively present information to small and large audiences
- Strong written communication skills, including email and postal correspondence, as well as reports and procedural manuals.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university; an educational background in business.
The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.