Top 22 Academic advisor Jobs in Arkansas

Athletic Enrollment Advisor
NorthWest Arkansas Community College —Arkansas
- $41,107 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
11d
Academic Advisor, Science and Mathematics
NorthWest Arkansas Community College —Benton County, AR
- $41,107 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
Academic Advisor
University of Arkansas —North Little Rock, AR
- $40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Spanish
- Customer service
2d
Career Counselor
Hendrix College —Conway, AR
- $49,000 a year
- Email
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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rootEd Advisor (1 year, grant funded position)
Arkadelphia School District —Arkadelphia, AR
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Computer literacy
- Public speaking
Student Development Specialist
University of Arkansas —Little Rock, AR
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
Academic Advisor Contingent II - Health Sciences (PHIT - Grant Funded)
Bowie State University —State University, AR
- $44,948 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Coordinator, Career Services
New York Institute of Technology —Jonesboro, AR
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- University
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
10d
Career Coach
University of Arkansas —Pulaski, AR
- $39,536 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- School experience
Assistant Headmaster and College and Career Counselor
ResponsiveEd Arkansas —Rogers, AR
- Full-time
- School experience
- High school
- 5 years
Curriculum and Programming Coordinator
Lyon College —Batesville, AR
- $40,000 - $45,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
12d
Root Ed Advisor
Clarendon School District —Clarendon, AR
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Office
RSD Career Coach 2026-2027
Russellville School District —Russellville, AR
- Online Application
- Customer service
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
IET and Wage Career Coach/Instructor
NorthWest Arkansas Community College —Arkansas
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Teaching Certification
12d
JAG College Career Coach
University of Arkansas —Pulaski, AR
- $48,171 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- School experience
5d
Transfer/ Career and Advising Specialist for SSS TRIO
East Arkansas Community College —Forrest City, AR
- From $36,608 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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4d
Retention Coordinator Future Act (Contingent II - Grant Funded)
Bowie State University —State University, AR
- $75,000 - $79,000 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Administrative Coordinator for Experiential Learning Programs, Fellowships, & Career Advising
Pomona College —Alexander, AR
- $27.00 - $33.28 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
2d
Director Early Career Development
Tyson Foods —Springdale, AR
- Full-time
- Background check
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Relocation assistance
- Dental insurance
10d
LIFE COACH
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas —Little Rock, AR
- $20.80 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Clean driving record
- Local
Quick Apply

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Athletic Enrollment Advisor

NorthWest Arkansas Community College -
Arkansas

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Job Details

Full-time
$41,107 a year
11 days ago

Qualifications

Academic institution experience
Bachelor's degree
Experience at colleges/universities

Full Job Description

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.

As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.

NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.

The Athletic Enrollment Advisor will participate in an integrated, student-centered approach to support student-athlete success with an emphasis on retention, academic progress, eligibility compliance, and overall student-athlete development. This position serves as the primary academic support and eligibility compliance resource for NWACC Athletics and works collaboratively with Enrollment Services, Academic Affairs, Financial Aid, Admissions, Records, Coaching Staffs, and Student Support Services. This position reports directly to the Director of Enrollment Services and works in close collaboration with the Executive Director of Athletics.

Essential Duties:

Provides academic advising and student success support specifically for NWACC student-athletes
Serves as the primary institutional coordinator for all NJCAA athletic eligibility and compliance requirements
Monitors and certifies student-athlete eligibility, including enrollment status, academic progress, transfer requirements, residency documentation, and continuing eligibility standards
Assists student-athletes with NCAA transfer eligibility, transfer pathways, and academic planning when applicable
Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and college

Rate of Pay: $41,107 annualized *Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position.

Completed applications received by 7/20/2026 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Minimum of one year of prior academic advising experience in higher education
Experience advising a specialized student population

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in intercollegiate athletics, athletic academic advising, athletic eligibility, compliance, or student-athlete support services
Experience advising NJCAA and/or NCAA student-athletes
Knowledge of NJCAA and/or NCAA eligibility standards, transfer requirements, and compliance processes
Experience working with student-athletes, athletics, or athletic eligibility processes preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the organization and administration of various higher education academic and social programs
Knowledge of campus and community resources
Knowledge of state, federal, and campus rules, regulations, and requirements related to campus academic and social programs
Ability to coordinate the activities of campus academic and/or social programs
Ability to evaluate collected information and formulate into recommendations
Ability to compile information into report form

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
Frequently:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Sitting
Standing
Walking

Constantly:

Hearing
Repetitive motion
Talking

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.

Environmental Conditions:

The following work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered by employees while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with a moderate noise level, including sounds from conversations, office equipment, and occasional movement of staff. Lighting is standard for office spaces, and the temperature is controlled to remain within a comfortable range. Employees may occasionally need to visit other areas, such as storage rooms, conference spaces, or outdoor locations, where environmental conditions may vary. Infrequently, exposure to louder noise levels or physical activities, such as moving lightweight materials, might be required.

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.

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Director Early Career Development

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