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Kent State University

Academic Advisor I

🇺🇸 East Liverpool, OH

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $47K - $49K

💻 Academic Advising

🗓️ November 29th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Kent State University is hiring an Academic Advisor I. The role involves supporting student success by providing guidance on academic planning, degree requirements, and university resources, while fostering student development and retention under routine supervision.

Highlights
  • Guide students in developing attainable educational and academic goals and provide input on majors, minors, and career options.
  • Provide comprehensive information about academic requirements, university policies, degree progress, and program options.
  • Monitor student progress, identify obstacles to timely graduation, and develop strategies to support academic success.
  • Connect students with campus resources, support services, and faculty to address individual needs; assist with probation, reinstatement, and dismissal processes.
  • Create and maintain updated student records and notes.
  • Assist with advising components of recruitment and orientation events and supervise student employees.
  • Attend required training to stay current with academic policies, university procedures, and best practices in advising.
  • Requires a Bachelor's Degree and proficiency in desktop software.
  • Skills in organization, problem-solving, decision-making, and effective written and interpersonal communication are necessary.
  • Salary range: $47,446 - $49,375; must pass a security check.