Academic Advisor I
- Employer
- Middle Georgia State University
- Location
- MGA - Macon
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- Administrative Jobs
- Student Affairs, Academic Advising
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Location: MGA - Macon
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 257796
About Us
Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,000 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the region through professional leadership, innovative partnerships and community engagement.
Job SummaryMiddle Georgia State University is seeking candidates for a Professional Advisor position. The position performs integrated academic advisement that supports student retention and graduation for prospective and current students by guiding the students through data informed decision processes. This is a continuous and consistent process, which is built upon the basis of accurate communication and consistent personal contacts between the advisor and advisee. This position requires some evenings and weekend work. Candidates will reside at one of the MGA campuses or be asked to cover several campuses, hence, travel to other campuses may be required.
ResponsibilitiesAdvising -
Assist and accurately guide students in defining and developing realistic educational career plans through academic schedule planning (mapping the curriculum) for each semester.
Advise students about academic policies, selection of a major including processing major change requests, course requirements, pre-requisites, grades, and graduation requirements.
Assist students in course selection and class registration.
Serve as a resource specialist to students in the implementation of academic advising services and support.
Assist with Enrollment Management in providing advising services at institutional events such as open house, orientation and call campaigns to increase enrollment.
Monitoring -
Monitor progress toward educational goals by meeting with students to discuss the proposed academic program, current grades, and other performance indicators.
Inform and refer students to other appropriate institutional resources such as Student Success Center, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs and Counseling Services.
Assist with data collection and data entry.
Use appropriate University systems to maintain appropriate student files, records, and advisor notes.
Other Duties -
Assist with contacting students including scheduling appointments, notification of meetings and special events.
Assist with the implementation of marketing strategies.
Understand and abide by student privacy regulations such as FERPA.
Participate in on-going professional development.
Participate with Advisor II and III on special projects or tasks as assigned/approved by supervisor.
Performs related duties as assigned or deemed necessary to meet the Academic Advising goals on any campus.
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
Other Required Qualifications
Must possess a valid driver's license
Experience in higher education, working knowledge of DegreeWorks
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a post-secondary or professional advising position.
Knowledge of admission, registration and degree program requirements
Knowledge of academic standards governing the student population
Knowledge of student recruitment and retention principles
Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesKnowledge of computer and job-related software programs
Skill in decision-making and problem solving
Skill in training and coordinating the work of related personnel
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
Skill in written and oral communication
Other Information This is a non-exempt (hourly paid) position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:- Health insuranceDental VisionFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)Life InsuranceSick LeaveVacation LeaveParental LeaveRetirementEmployee discountsTuition reimbursement
Organization
One of 31 institutions in the University System of Georgia, Middle Georgia State was created in 2013 by the consolidation of Macon State College and Middle Georgia College.
Middle Georgia State College strives to offer bachelor’s degrees that enhance the educational, economic, and cultural lives of Middle Georgians. Additionally, the college offers a wide array of associate’s degrees that meet the educational interests of traditional and non-traditional students in the region. With low tuition, robust financial aid, a commitment to the success of each student and a vibrant residence life program on three of our five campuses, Middle Georgia State promises an affordable, challenging, and rewarding college experience leading to degrees of proven quality. Our success is measured best by the accomplishments of our graduates in their chosen professions, as well as by the contributions they make to their communities.
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