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Fayetteville State University

Academic Advisor

🇺🇸 Fayetteville, North Carolina 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ September 19th, 2026

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Fayetteville State University is hiring an Academic Advisor for its TRIO Student Support Services program to provide structured academic coaching, advisement, and instruction to low-income and first-generation college students. The advisor works to improve course completion, retention, and graduation rates among program participants under a grant funded by the U.S. Department of Education. This position is funded by non-state, grant-based dollars and is designated as time-limited, contingent on continued funding.

Highlights
  • Advise and coach low-income and first-generation students enrolled in the TRIO Student Support Services program.
  • Support students with structured academic activities designed to raise course completion and retention rates.
  • Deliver instruction aligned with an evidence-based program model.
  • Partner with students on strategies to overcome barriers to postsecondary completion.
  • Track progress toward the program's college retention and graduation goals.
  • Master's degree required, preferably in the field to which the advisor is assigned.
  • Some higher education experience preferred, ideally in academic advising, counseling, admissions, enrollment management, or student affairs.
  • Position is funded through non-state TRIO grant dollars and designated as time-limited.
  • Program serves students in North Carolina's Sandhills Region under U.S. Department of Education funding.

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Position Information
 Position Information 
Position Title:  | Academic Advisor
Working Title:  | Trio Academic Advisor
Position Number:  | 006256
Full-Time Or Part-Time:  | Full Time
Time Limited Position:  | No
Number of Vacancies:  | 1
Department:  | College Access Programs
Posting Number:  | 0401891
SHRA/EHRA:  | Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Job Category:  | Professional
Hiring Range:  | Commensurate with experience and include a base salary and a competitive benefits package.
Overall Position Competency:  | Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Primary Purpose of the Organization:  | Fayetteville State University’s Office of Access & Student Success encourages and assists families in the Sandhills Region of North Carolina, who are traditionally under-represented in post-secondary education with preparation for, entry into and completion of a post-secondary degree.

The TRIO Student Support Services Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Education for the purpose of providing structured academic support activities to low-income and first-generation college students. The goal of TRIO SSS is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants. The services provided create opportunities for academic development, assist students with basic college requirements, and motivate students toward the successful completion of their postsecondary education.
Primary Purpose of the Position:  | The primary purpose of the Academic Advisor position is to support low-income and first-generation students at Fayetteville State University with structured academic support such as coaching, advisement and instruction to improve successful course completion, retention and graduation.

This position is funded by non-state funds and has been designated time limited. Continuation of this position is contingent upon the continuing availability of those funds.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements:  | An earned master’s degree from an accredited institution preferably in the degree program to which they are assigned. Some work experience in higher education, preferably in academic advising, counseling admissions, enrollment management or student affairs.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:  | • Ability to follow directions to implement evidence-based program; excellent organizational skills meet deadlines; effective interpersonal and oral communication skills; and an interest in working with high school students.
• Applicants must have the temperament for engage with college level students with a focus on the student experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Prefer candidate to have experience in overcoming barriers similar to SSS participants.
Preferred Qualifications:  | Prefer one year of paid or volunteer experience working with low-income/first generation college students.
Some work experience in higher education, preferably in academic advising, counseling admissions, enrollment management or student affairs.
Special Instructions To Applicants:  |
Notice to Applicants:  | Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.
Closing Date:  |
Open Until Filled:  | Yes
Additional Information for Applicants:  | All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.
EEO Statement:  | This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).


Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Veteran's Statement:  | Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Quick Link:  | https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/29291
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Do you have a Master's degree? 
    • Yes
    • No
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
Optional Documents
  1. Other Document
  2. Other Documents Continued


 

 

 

 
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