Academic Advisor II

🇺🇸 Kent, OH 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $51K - $55K 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ July 11th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

Kent State University is hiring an Academic Advisor II. The role involves guiding students in academic planning, degree requirements, and university resources to foster student development and retention while monitoring their progress and connecting them with support services.

Highlights

Develop attainable educational and academic goals with students, advising on majors, minors, and career options.
Provide comprehensive academic information including degree progress and university policies to support student decisions.
Monitor student progress proactively, identify obstacles to graduation, and implement strategies to support academic success.
Connect students with campus resources, support services, and faculty for individualized assistance and provide input on probation and dismissal.
Create and maintain updated student records and notes; supervise student employees.
Assist with academic advising components during recruitment and orientation events; train new Academic Advisor I staff.
Present or participate in workshops on academic and study skills for students.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree with three years of related experience or a Master's degree with one year; knowledge of desktop software and higher education advising competencies.
Preferred experience includes academic advising for college/university students and use of student information systems such as Banner and EAB Navigate 360.
Salary range: $51,479 - $55,009; position requires passing a security check.