Academic Advisor II

🇺🇸 Kent, OH

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $51K - $54K

💻 Academic Advising

🗓️ September 11th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Kent State University is hiring an Academic Advisor II. The role involves supporting student success through guidance on academic planning, degree requirements, and university resources, while promoting student development and retention under limited supervision.

Highlights

Advise students on educational goals, academic planning, majors, minors, and career options
Provide information about academic requirements, university policies, and degree progress
Monitor student progress to identify obstacles to timely graduation and develop supportive strategies
Connect students with campus resources, support services, and faculty
Assist with probation, reinstatement, and dismissal processes
Create and maintain updated student records and notes
Contribute to recruitment and orientation advising components
Train new Academic Advisor I staff and supervise student employees
Participate in or present academic skills workshops and attend training to stay current on academic policies
Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus three years of advising experience, or Master’s degree plus one year; knowledge of desktop software and higher education organizational structure; strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
Preferred qualifications: Experience with student information systems such as Banner and EAB Navigate 360
Salary range: $50,718 - $54,225
Must pass a security check