Top 45 Academic advisor Jobs in Kentucky

Nursing Advisor
Kentucky State University —Frankfort, KY
- Weekends as needed
- Nursing
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
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Career Services Manager
Kentucky State University —Frankfort, KY
- Weekends as needed
- Office
- 3 years
- Master's degree
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Nursing Advisor and Recruiter
Kentucky State University —Frankfort, KY
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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Advisor, Professional Academic
Eastern Kentucky University —Richmond, KY
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Academic Success Coach
Berea College —Berea, KY
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Education Services Specialist
Strategic Resources Inc —Fort Campbell, KY
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Military encouraged
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Education Counselor
Strategic Resources Inc —Fort Campbell, KY
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Military encouraged
- Tuition reimbursement
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Career Advisor
Northern Kentucky University —Highland Heights, KY
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- University
Senior Counselor, Intervention & Academic Readiness
Eastern Kentucky University —Richmond, KY
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- University
Academic Advisor
Western Kentucky University —Bowling Green, KY
- $16.09 an hour
- Full-time
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Criminal background check
Manager, Career Advising
Northern Kentucky University —Highland Heights, KY
- Weekends as needed
- Classroom
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
Advisor, Student Success
Eastern Kentucky University —Richmond, KY
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Academic Advisor II
Kentucky Community and Technical College System —Hazard, KY
- $41,880 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Academic/Education Counselor
LAUKOA —Fort Knox, KY
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Academic Advisor (WKU in Elizabethtown)
Western Kentucky University —Elizabethtown, KY
- $36,000 - $38,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Office
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Coordinator, Young Scholars Academy
Northern Kentucky University —Highland Heights, KY
- Full-time
- School experience
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
Academic Advisor III Dual Credit
Kentucky Community and Technical College System —Elizabethtown, KY
- $41,880 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- High school
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Student Success Coordinator
University of the Cumberlands —Williamsburg, KY
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
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Professional Advisor
Kentucky State University —Frankfort, KY
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Office
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Regional Academics Coach - Enhanced Support Zone (2026-2027) - 12 Vacancies
Jefferson County Public Schools —Jefferson County, KY
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Teaching Certification
- Master's degree

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Nursing Advisor

Kentucky State University -
Frankfort, KY

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Computer operation
Confidential information handling
Microsoft Outlook
Graduation requirements management
Educational support mentoring
Writing skills
Academic institution experience
Developmental academic advising
Employee relationship building
Data summary reports
Bachelor's degree
Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
Improving student retention rates
Educational compliance and regulation understanding
Experience at colleges/universities
Experience working with individuals from underserved communities
University experience

Full Job Description

TITLE: Academic Advisor

DEPARTMENT: School of Nursing

REPORTS TO: Nursing Program Administrator

CLASSIFICATION: Staff-12 months

EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD

STANDARD WORK HOURS: 37.5 hours per week

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

The School of Nursing at KSU serves all students to provide seamless, robust, focused, and comprehensive educational support. The Full-Time Nursing Advisor will join a team of outstanding individuals with diverse professional and personal backgrounds in the School of Nursing who form a high-functioning community of practice. The Full-Time Nursing Advisor will provide personalized, one-on-one support in navigating the road to academic success, while staying on track towards degree completion.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Serves as nursing advisor and interfaces with representatives of industrial, governmental, and educational employers to assist in the most effective use of career services efforts. Also supports the marketing of other School of Nursing and departmental efforts.
Closely coordinates communication with deans, department chairs, and other faculty to ensure that the School of Nursing is meeting the needs and desires of the academic colleges and departments, within the limitations imposed by the size of the staff and financial support provided by the university.
Constantly monitors, analyzes, and evaluates the current scope of services offered through the School of Nursing and plans, implements, and directs new programs under the supervision of the dean of student development and services and in coordination with other directors of student services and student activities efforts.
Provides career advising expertise to nursing students and alumni regarding the job-search process, interviewing, resume, letter writing, and all other facets of career planning.
Conduct personalized academic advising meetings to assist nursing students with course selection and graduation plans tailored to their academic interests and goals.
Assist with the selection of majors and the fulfillment of the curriculum requirements.
Help students gain an understanding of the School of Nursing requirements.
Assist with course selection and registration.
Monitor academic progress.
Assist with transition issues as needed and provide referrals to campus resources.
Assist with retention programming efforts.
Represent the School of Nursing and/or the Center for Student Success at open houses, admission events, and other functions as necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Superior listening and critical thinking skills and the ability to multi-task
Experience with retention data collection and reporting
Working knowledge of postsecondary academic advising and retention strategies
Knowledge of student services, enrollment services, academic policies, and university procedures at Kentucky State University, or ability to learn quickly
Strong interpersonal/human relations skills essential
Ability to initiate and maintain professional relationships with diverse groups, demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a diverse student population including low-income, first-generation, students of color, disabled, underrepresented, older and non-traditional, and international students
Must have excellent verbal and written communication
The ability to maintain confidentiality is essential
Must have attention to detail
Basic skills in productivity software (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)
Ability to collect, analyze and report retention-related data.
Must be able to multi-task, prioritize, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent organizational skills
Ability to interpret and communicate university policies and procedures and associated federal and state regulations
Ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings or weekends as required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

OTHER DUTIES:

Duties may change or be assigned based on institutional needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s Degree (preferred)
1-2 years' experience working in Higher Education

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is normally performed in a typical interior and/or office work environment.
Ability to travel for recruiting students.
Minimal physical effort required; occasional lifting of materials under 25 lbs may be necessary.
Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods; frequent communication with students and staff via phone, email, and in-person.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.
Ability to assess and respond to student needs with sound judgment and discretion.
Ability to maintain attention to detail and manage multiple priorities with frequent interruptions.

KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.

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Advisor, Professional Academic

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