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Academic Advisor II
Kent State University —Kent, OH
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- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- University
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Academic Advisor II
The University of Akron —Akron, OH
- $43,888 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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Advisor for Academic Success
WALSH UNIVERSITY —North Canton, OH
- Online Application
- Salesforce
- University
- Bachelor's degree
7d
Success Coach - Mid-Atlantic
Great Minds —Akron, OH
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Mid-level
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Academic Advisor
National Center for Urban Solutions —Canton, OH
- School experience
- High school
- Customer service
- On-the-job training
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Career Advisor
Kent State University —Kent, OH
- $42,357 - $47,175 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- University
Administrative & Student Support Specialist
The University of Akron —Akron, OH
- Online Application
- Background check
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
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Student Success Coach
ACCEL Schools —Akron, OH
- $42,000 - $52,000 a year
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Administrative experience
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Career Success Coach
Cuyahoga Community College —Parma, OH
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
Director of Career & Technical Education
Oakmont Education —Akron, OH
- 5 years
- Education
- Trade school
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12d
Post-Secondary Manager
Hope Ignites Northeastern Ohio —Cleveland, OH
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- High school
- Research
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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7d
Advisor for Marching Band Auxiliary Unit / High School Dance Team
Kenston High School —Chagrin Falls, OH
- Weekends as needed
- High school
- Public school
- Entry level
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Academic Advisor II

Kent State University -
Kent, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$51,479 - $55,009 a year
13 days ago

Qualifications

Student supervision
Staff supervision
Student progress monitoring
Confidential information handling
Student resource provision
Educational administrative software
Graduation requirements management
Student mentoring
Banner
Student record keeping
Academic institution experience
Student database management
Student information system
Student support planning
Employee training
Mid-level
Master's degree
Student social support
Bachelor's degree
Decision making
Improving student retention rates
Desktop applications
Organizational skills
Experience at colleges/universities
1 year
Staff development
Student academic progress tracking

Full Job Description

Kent Campus - Kent

Staff/Unclassified

Closing on: Jul 26 2026

986138
University College - Kent Campus [100385]

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Job Title:

Academic Advisor II

Physical Location:

Kent Campus - Kent, Ohio

Salary:

$51,479 - $55,009

Basic Function:

Under limited supervision, support student success by providing guidance on academic planning, degree requirements, and university resources, while fostering student development and retention. Reports to designated supervisor.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

Work with students to develop attainable educational and academic goals and provides input on related majors, minors and future educational and career options.

Provide comprehensive information about academic requirements, university policies, degree progress, and program options to help students make informed decisions.

Proactively monitor student progress, identify potential obstacles to timely graduation, and develop strategies to support their academic success.

Connect students with relevant campus resources, support services, and faculty who can assist with individual needs. Provide input on probation, reinstatement and dismissal.

Create and maintain updated student records and notes.

Assist with advising components of recruitment and orientation events. Supervise student employees.

Train new Academic Advisor I staff.

Present or participate in workshops on academic skills, study skills, and expectations for students.

Attend required training to stay current with evolving academic policies, university procedures, and best practices in academic advising to enhance professional knowledge and skills.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience in academic advising or closely related field OR Master’s degree and one year of experience in academic advising or closely related field.

License/Certification:

Knowledge Of:

Desktop software *

Higher education organizational structure Core advising competencies

Skill In:

Organization, problem solving, and decision-making *

Written and interpersonal communication with the ability to communicate effectively with all components of the university (faculty, staff, and students/families) *

Ability To:

Maintain confidentiality in sensitive situations *

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Experience providing academic advising to college/university students.

Experience using student information systems (e.g., Banner and EAB Navigate 360).

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

None

Working Schedule:

Additional Information:

Must pass a security check.

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr.

Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

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