Academic Advisor @ Fayetteville State University

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Fayetteville State University is hiring an Academic Advisor to support low-income and potential first-generation college students through the Office of College Access Programs. The advisor will provide counseling on college admissions, financial aid, and academic planning, as well as develop workshops and manage participant records to increase postsecondary enrollment and success.

Highlights

Provide one-on-one and small group academic and career counseling, including assistance with college admission and financial aid applications.
Conduct participant needs assessments, develop plans of service, and maintain detailed records using Blumen database.
Develop and facilitate workshops on financial aid, admissions, financial literacy, study skills, test preparation, and career readiness.
Advocate for participants with college admission and financial aid offices and assist adults without diplomas in credential attainment.
Work collaboratively with community service agencies and conduct outreach to recruit participants.
Must have a bachelor's degree, preferably in social sciences or counseling, with a minimum of two years of relevant advising, recruitment, or counseling experience.
Preferred experience includes working with adult learners, financial aid knowledge, and supporting high school juniors and seniors.
Ability to travel within a five-county target area and commute weekly between Sampson Community College and Fayetteville State University campus.
Position is full-time, time-limited, and funded by a state grant, contingent on continued funding availability.
Works within the Bronco One Stop department, focusing on under-represented populations in postsecondary education.

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Position Title:	Academic Advisor
Working Title:	Academic Advisor
Position Number:	006349
Full-Time Or Part-Time:	Full Time
Time Limited Position:	Yes
Number of Vacancies:	1
Department:	Bronco One Stop
Posting Number:	0401804
SHRA/EHRA:	Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Job Category:	Professional
Hiring Range:	Commensurate with Education and Experience
Overall Position Competency:	Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Primary Purpose of the Organization:	Fayetteville State University’s Office of College Access Programs is designed to provide low-income/potential first-generation college students with support services that will enhance their academic skills, thereby ensuring that these students will complete high school and enroll in and complete programs of postsecondary education. The Educational Opportunity Centers program provides counseling and information on college admissions to qualified high school seniors and adults who want to enter or continue a program of postsecondary education. The program also provides services to improve the financial and economic literacy of participants. An important objective of the program is to counsel participants on financial aid options, including basic financial planning skills, and to assist in the application process. The goal of the EOC program is to increase the number of high school seniors and adult participants who enroll in postsecondary education institutions.
Primary Purpose of the Position:	Primary purpose of position is to aid under-represented populations in postsecondary education with college entry and matriculation through assistance with financial aid and college admission applications. Participant Needs Assessment/Record Management – Identify, recruit and retain participants; complete comprehensive individual needs assessments and develop individual plans of service; provide academic and career counseling; work closely with community service agencies that serve the same population; maintain files on participants; track services using Blumen database; and submit monthly reports. Participant Support Services – Work with students one-on-one and in a small group setting to provide assistance with college admissions and financial aid applications; assist in writing admission essays, ordering academic transcripts, completing residency determination, reviewing student aid reports, ordering tax transcripts, reviewing financial aid award letters, drafting financial aid letters of appeal, and resolving student loan default status; advocate on participant behalf with college admission and financial aid offices; and aid adults without high school diplomas with secondary school credential attainment through selection of appropriate secondary program. Conduct follow-up on participants and verify college enrollment. Participant Support Activities – Develop and facilitate workshops for participants that demonstrate and encourage postsecondary access and success in areas of financial aid, admissions, financial literacy, study skills, test-taking skills, note-taking skills, critical thinking, standardized test preparation, resume writing, interviewing skills, etc.); Financial Literacy – Develop and provide knowledge and skills that allow participants to make informed and effective decisions with their financial resources. Public Relations - Speak to the community and school personnel on the Educational Opportunity Centers mission and serve on committees as appointed and recruit potential participants for the program in the community and target school area. This position will work on the campus of Sampson Community College and other locations in Sampson County, NC, four days a week and report to Fayetteville State University Campus once a week. Selected candidate should have the ability to commute to and from both locations on a weekly basis. This position is funded by a state grant and has been designated Time – Limited. Continuation of this position is contingent upon the continuing availability of those non-state funds.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements:	A Bachelor’s degree required. Prefer a degree in social sciences, counseling or related fields. A minimum of two years of advising, recruitment, counseling, coaching or tutoring experience. Two years of proven experience working with adult learners preferred. Experiencing working with low-income/potential first generation students.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:	Ability to travel in (5) five county target area – Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Robeson, and Sampson Counties. Ability to follow directions to implement evidence-based program. Excellent organizational skills to document services accurately and meet deadlines. Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills. An interest in working with adult learners.
Preferred Qualifications:	Three or more years of advising, recruitment, counseling, coaching or tutoring experience. Experience working in Financial Aid and knowledge of Federal educational funding. Experiencing working with high school junior and seniors.
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/27870

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How many years of work experience do you possess in advising university or community college students?
- No experience
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- 3 years or more
* Please describe your experience in advising/counseling/coaching in academic planning and student success.
(Open Ended Question)

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter
Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Other Document
Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
Other Documents Continued

Fayetteville State University
1200 Murchison Road
Fayetteville, NC 28301

Constituent Institution of The University of North Carolina.

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Position Information

Position Title:	Academic Advisor
Working Title:	Academic Advisor
Position Number:	006349
Full-Time Or Part-Time:	Full Time
Time Limited Position:	Yes
Number of Vacancies:	1
Department:	Bronco One Stop
Posting Number:	0401804
SHRA/EHRA:	Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Job Category:	Professional
Hiring Range:	Commensurate with Education and Experience
Overall Position Competency:	Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Primary Purpose of the Organization:	Fayetteville State University’s Office of College Access Programs is designed to provide low-income/potential first-generation college students with support services that will enhance their academic skills, thereby ensuring that these students will complete high school and enroll in and complete programs of postsecondary education. The Educational Opportunity Centers program provides counseling and information on college admissions to qualified high school seniors and adults who want to enter or continue a program of postsecondary education. The program also provides services to improve the financial and economic literacy of participants. An important objective of the program is to counsel participants on financial aid options, including basic financial planning skills, and to assist in the application process. The goal of the EOC program is to increase the number of high school seniors and adult participants who enroll in postsecondary education institutions.
Primary Purpose of the Position:	Primary purpose of position is to aid under-represented populations in postsecondary education with college entry and matriculation through assistance with financial aid and college admission applications. Participant Needs Assessment/Record Management – Identify, recruit and retain participants; complete comprehensive individual needs assessments and develop individual plans of service; provide academic and career counseling; work closely with community service agencies that serve the same population; maintain files on participants; track services using Blumen database; and submit monthly reports. Participant Support Services – Work with students one-on-one and in a small group setting to provide assistance with college admissions and financial aid applications; assist in writing admission essays, ordering academic transcripts, completing residency determination, reviewing student aid reports, ordering tax transcripts, reviewing financial aid award letters, drafting financial aid letters of appeal, and resolving student loan default status; advocate on participant behalf with college admission and financial aid offices; and aid adults without high school diplomas with secondary school credential attainment through selection of appropriate secondary program. Conduct follow-up on participants and verify college enrollment. Participant Support Activities – Develop and facilitate workshops for participants that demonstrate and encourage postsecondary access and success in areas of financial aid, admissions, financial literacy, study skills, test-taking skills, note-taking skills, critical thinking, standardized test preparation, resume writing, interviewing skills, etc.); Financial Literacy – Develop and provide knowledge and skills that allow participants to make informed and effective decisions with their financial resources. Public Relations - Speak to the community and school personnel on the Educational Opportunity Centers mission and serve on committees as appointed and recruit potential participants for the program in the community and target school area. This position will work on the campus of Sampson Community College and other locations in Sampson County, NC, four days a week and report to Fayetteville State University Campus once a week. Selected candidate should have the ability to commute to and from both locations on a weekly basis. This position is funded by a state grant and has been designated Time – Limited. Continuation of this position is contingent upon the continuing availability of those non-state funds.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements:	A Bachelor’s degree required. Prefer a degree in social sciences, counseling or related fields. A minimum of two years of advising, recruitment, counseling, coaching or tutoring experience. Two years of proven experience working with adult learners preferred. Experiencing working with low-income/potential first generation students.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:	Ability to travel in (5) five county target area – Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Robeson, and Sampson Counties. Ability to follow directions to implement evidence-based program. Excellent organizational skills to document services accurately and meet deadlines. Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills. An interest in working with adult learners.
Preferred Qualifications:	Three or more years of advising, recruitment, counseling, coaching or tutoring experience. Experience working in Financial Aid and knowledge of Federal educational funding. Experiencing working with high school junior and seniors.
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/27870

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How many years of work experience do you possess in advising university or community college students?
- No experience
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- 3 years or more
* Please describe your experience in advising/counseling/coaching in academic planning and student success.
(Open Ended Question)

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter
Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Other Document
Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
Other Documents Continued

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