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Georgia State University

Academic Advisor II

🇺🇸 Atlanta, Georgia 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $50K 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ October 14th, 2026
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Edtech.com's Summary

Georgia State University is hiring an Academic Advisor II to advise enrolled and prospective students on academic programs, admission requirements, and the path from retention through graduation at the University Advisement Center. The advisor monitors academic progress, audits records and degree requirements, and processes student petitions and readmissions. The role may also coordinate the work of entry-level academic advisors.

Highlights
  • Advise and support students on academic planning, degree requirements, course selection, and university policies.
  • Promote retention, progression, and graduation through proactive outreach, monitoring, and referrals to campus resources.
  • Maintain, audit, and evaluate student records, transcripts, degree audits, and transfer credit applications.
  • Monitor academic performance and determine whether students are eligible for graduation, certifications, and academic recognition.
  • Process academic petitions, readmissions, financial aid reinstatements, and other student academic requests.
  • Coordinate student communications, orientations, workshops, and success initiatives while working with faculty and campus partners on enrollment and retention outcomes.
  • Requires a bachelor's degree plus either six months as an Academic Advisor I at Georgia State or three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Prefers a master's degree, three years working with student retention or student affairs programs, and experience with transfer articulation.
  • Favors proficiency with Excel, Banner, and student tracking tools such as Grades First, EAB, or Degree Works.
  • The posted salary is $50,100, and the schedule runs Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:15 PM.

Academic Advisor II Full Description

Academic Advisor II
Student Advising Services
University Advisement Center
The University Advisement Center is seeking to recruit multiple Academic Advisor II positions to assist academic departments/units with verbal or written academic plans, advisement interpretation and implementation of university policies and procedures in the areas of student enrollment and evaluation. This position provides information to and advises both enrolled and prospective students regarding the academic programs offered by the University or a specific department, including requirements for admission and retention through graduation; may coordinate the work of entry level academic advisors.

What Makes the University Advisement Center a Great Place?
Generous benefits including:
  • Paid Leave Time
  • Comprehensive Health, dental, and vision insurance Coverage
  • 403(b) and Pension plans
  • And that's not all; visit the Georgia State benefits page for more details.
  • A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with a variety of partners.
  • Professional development opportunity and mentorship
  • A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
Would you be interested in attending an award-winning research university for free? Our Tuition Assistance Program lets employees take classes for free. At Georgia State University we emphasize work-life balance. With excellent benefits, competitive pay and an exciting location, Georgia State University could be the place for you.

Here Is What You Will Do
  • Advise and support students on academic planning, degree requirements, course selection, and university policies.
  • Promote student retention, progression, and graduation through proactive outreach, monitoring, and referrals.
  • Maintain, audit, and evaluate student records, transcripts, degree audits, and transfer credit applications.
  • Monitor academic performance and determine eligibility for graduation, certifications, and academic recognition.
  • Process academic petitions, readmissions, financial aid reinstatements, and other student academic requests.
  • Coordinate student communications, orientations, workshops, and student success initiatives.
  • Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to enhance student success, enrollment, retention, and academic outcomes.
We will hire multiple advisors from this announcement for the Atlanta Downtown, Dunwoody, Newton, Alpharetta, Decatur, and Online campus (which is housed on the Clarkston campus).
Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct supervisor.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree and either 1) 6 months experience as “Academic Advisor I” at GSU (University Advisement Center or other GSU advising department) or 2) three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
Preferred Hiring Requirements:
  • Preference may be given to those who possess a Master's degree and three years' experience working with student retention or student affairs programs
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Experience presenting to groups or with group facilitation
  • Experience following up on problems until resolution
  • Proficiency with Excel, Banner and student tracking applications such as Grades First, EAB or Degree Works or similar product
  • Experience with transfer articulation

College/Business Unit: Provost & VP Academic Affairs
Department: University Advisement Center
Location: Atlanta Campus
Shift: M-F, 8:30AM-5:15PM
Salary: $50,100
Pay Grade: 18
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)
Job Posting: 09/29/26
Closing Date: 11/28/26

Special Instructions
To be fully considered for this position, all applicants must submit the following at the time of submission:
  • A complete and accurate GSU application
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter (optional)
  • 3 Professional references

Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.
Background Check
Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.
Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students’ and employees’ safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.