Academic Advisor @ University of South Carolina

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University of South Carolina is hiring an Academic Advisor. The Academic Advisor provides proactive and holistic advising to help students monitor progress, set academic goals, utilize university resources, and receive individualized course recommendations for degree completion.

Highlights

Maintain an advising caseload to promote student academic progress and success.
Utilize university tools and technology to monitor student progress and assist with registration.
Document all student interactions and maintain records related to academic progress and retention.
Follow up on early alert notifications and support at-risk student populations, including special focus on compliance for international students and athletes.
Participate in orientation and campus events, and contribute to departmental initiatives and committees.
Experience with Banner, DegreeWorks, EAB Navigate, or related student management and advisement software preferred.
Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field plus two or more years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff.
Salary range: $44,296 to $54,263 annually with full-time, 12-month position at USC Aiken College/Division level.
Works within the USC Aiken Academic Advisement department supporting student academic success.

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by June 17, 2026.

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	STA00414PO26
Job Family	Academic and Career Counseling
Job Function	Academic Advising
USC Market Title	Academic Advisor
Link to USC Market Title	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/131715
Job Level	P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)	Academic Advisor
Campus	Aiken
Work County	Aiken
College/Division	USC Aiken College/Division Level
Department	AIK Academic Advisement
State Pay Range	G07
USC Market Range	MRD - $44,296 $54,263 $64,229
Anticipated Hiring Range	$44,296 - $54,263
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule
Basis	12 months
Job Search Category	Other Professional

About USC

About University of South Carolina	From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement	The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary	Academic Advisor (Student Services Program Coordinator II), Salary: $44,296 – $54,263 per year, USCA Academic Advisement (2 Positions) To provide proactive, holistic, and intrusive academic advising as part of the Office of Academic Advising. Academic Advisors monitor and document student progress, initiate outreach during critical points in the semester, and assist students in developing academic degree plans and short- and long-term goals. Advisors teach and empower students to effectively utilize university tools, resources, and technology that promote academic success, persistence, and degree completion. Advisors also provide individualized course recommendations while considering university graduation requirements, program curriculum, and each student’s unique academic needs and goals. Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Preferred: Experience in academic advisement, counseling, or other student service area in Higher Education. Experience with Banner, DegreeWorks, EAB Navigate, or related student management and advisement software. Application deadline: June 17, 2026. USCA is an AA/EOE. We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in academic advisement, counseling, or other student service area in Higher Education. Experience with Banner, DegreeWorks, EAB Navigate, or related student management and advisement software.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Excellent oral, written, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff. Ability to work in a team environment and individually. Ability to work in a multi-tasked, high-volume environment while completing multiple and competing priorities. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Public speaking and presentation skills.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Maintains an advising case-load. The advisor works directly with students to maintain academic progress and promote student success.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	30

Job Duty	Uses available tools, technology, and other University resources to monitor student progress. Refers students to University resources. Trains students to use available tools and technology. Provide registration assistance and educate students on institutional policies and procedures.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Documents all student interactions. Maintains student records, including academic success intervention, student progress/retention, and student goal attainment.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Reviews early alert notifications and follows up with students. Monitors referral compliance and progress for students on academic probation or other at-risk populations. Monitor regulatory compliance for special populations in caseload and reminds students of requirements (e.g., international students, athletics).
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Participates and assists with Orientation and other relevant events and performs other duties (as assigned)- This includes serving on campus committees and new departmental initiative
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive	No
Hazardous weather category	Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	2
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date	06/08/2026
Job Close Date	06/17/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicant	In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter. Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by June 17, 2026.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/207516
EEO Statement	The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No

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