The Academic Advisor is responsible for assisting applicants, prospective students, and current students with academic and career technical course planning. The Academic Advisor evaluates students’ progress toward degree requirement and provides guidance on course registration and scheduling. The Academic Advisor makes referrals to available College resources such as campus policies, procedures, and academic requirements while maintaining thorough and up to date files on student appointments and correspondence.
Appropriate placement on the Alabama Community College System salary schedule C3-3. Five years related experience.
For more information about salary schedules, refer to https://www.coastalalabama.edu/human-resources/.
For any questions or additional information, please contact the Human Resources Department at
[email protected].
At a minimum, the essential functions of this position shall include:
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Schedules and meets with advisees regularly.
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Integrates best practices to support increased retention and graduation rates, including credit momentum and connection to campus resources and opportunities.
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Assists students with problem solving/college related issues such as encumbrances, tuition issues, computer accounts, registration, etc.
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Collaborates and communicates with prospective students to provide a seamless transition into academic and/or technical programs.
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Conducts program information sessions on multiple campuses. Creates group advising modules that teach an in-depth understanding of curricular options and course planning.
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Works with the Director of Student Development to analyze recruitment data and predict enrollment patterns. Makes adjustments and recommendations accordingly.
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Works with students to prevent/resolve academic transfer credit issues.
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Strengthens relationships with strategic college partners such as admissions, student services, financial aid, and transfer institutions.
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Performs administrative assistant duties to include but not limited to coordinating content and assembly of information/application packets, maintenance of student files, reinstatement requests, and other areas as assigned by the Director of Student Development.
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Works with Director of Student Development to prepare reports as needed.
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Advising staff is expected to have a photo and biography on the College website, and engage in TEAMS advising, social media, videos and online tutorials; thus, a clean, well-kept professional appearance/ dress code is expected.
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Communicates with appropriate individuals and provides information, as assigned.
All positions at Coastal Alabama have the job responsibilities below:
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Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner.
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Maintains a highly professional attitude and demeanor at all times.
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Provides responsible, appropriate, and satisfactory leadership on campus and within the College.
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Communicates positively and professionally in all aspects of the position.
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Attends all staff meetings, College meetings, and professional development activities.
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Becomes thoroughly familiar with all pertinent state and national policies and comply with said policies.
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Serves on and provide information to college committees as needed.
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Complies with ACCS and College policies, as well as state and federal laws.
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Ensures the positive promotion of the College and integration of all campuses within the College.
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Is prompt and punctual in reporting for work, meetings, and office hours.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
