Academic Advisor I

Job Summary

The Academic Advisor, Cumming, works with a diverse student population individually and in groups regarding general education and major requirements and assists in course selection as part of a professional team of advisors.

The advisor primarily supports students in specific majors to develop educational plans and goals. The advisor provides accurate and timely information regarding UNG academic policies and procedures and targeted, intentional support for students who are underachieving academically.

The advisor serves as a liaison to faculty and appropriate departments and is also responsible for assisting with the development, implementation, and assessment of comprehensive student advisement tools and student success programs.

The advisor supports student persistence and assists with workshops, advance scheduling, and all advising and registration responsibilities at new student orientations.

Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assists a diverse student population in developing educational plans, academic, personal and career goals.
• Delivers targeted retention and success programs for special populations.
• Participates in advising and registration portions of new student orientations.
• Develops advance schedules.
• Develops and delivers student workshops and faculty training sessions.
• Assists in the development and delivery of assessment tools for academic advising.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must demonstrate a strong background as a team player
• Demonstrated ability to present information in large group settings; must have a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain exemplary working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• must demonstrate the ability to work under minimal supervision to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize duties;

must demonstrate a strong background in working with diversity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• One year of academic advising, student affairs, enrollment management, or counseling experience.
• Computer experience with Microsoft Office required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree preferred.
• BANNER experience preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office.

Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity.

This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia.

More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.