CET Academic Advisor - #261085

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Western Carolina University is hiring a CET Academic Advisor. The advisor will guide students in the College of Engineering and Technology from initial enrollment through graduation, supporting first-year, transfer, and undeclared students while collaborating with faculty and staff to promote student success and program outreach.

Highlights

Serve as initial enrollment advisor for all CET students, including first-year, transfer, and re-entering students.
Act as primary academic advisor for students with 0-45 completed credit hours and provide ongoing support until graduation.
Provide developmental advising to undeclared students and maintain advising records and documentation.
Represent the College of Engineering and Technology at recruitment and NC Community College outreach events.
Assist with transfer student advising, including transcript evaluations and course transferability queries.
Collaborate with CET staff and the WCU Advising Center to update advising processes and publications.
Required qualifications include legal work authorization in the U.S. and a Master's Degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
Preferred qualifications include prior academic advising experience at the undergraduate level and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Banner.
Position is permanent full-time with an anticipated hiring range of $46,000 annually.
Department: Office of the Dean, Engineering & Technology.

CET Academic Advisor - #261085 Full Description

Western Carolina University has been ranked #3 in the nation on Forbes 2025 ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, out of the top 498 employers across all industries.

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Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

Please include a cover letter, current resume, and a list of three professional references with complete contact information.

For questions or additional information please contact Jessica Ottie at jottie@email.wcu.edu

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number	EHRA1006P
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/32452
Classification Title	Academic Advisor
Working Title	CET Academic Advisor - #261085
Department	Office of the Dean, Engineering & Technology
Anticipated Hiring Range	$46,000
About WCU	Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes ‘Best Employers’ lists each year. Including: • 2025 – Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list. • 2024 – Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries. • 2023 – Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries. • 2022 – Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list. Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service. WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences – many of which are offered free of charge.
Position Summary	The primary location of this position is on-site in Cullowhee, NC. The College of Engineering and Technology (CET) at Western Carolina University (WCU) is growing! The University has received substantial support from the North Carolina legislature to expand engineering to meet the rapidly growing needs of the region and state. Our construction management, engineering, and engineering technology programs feature project-based learning embedded throughout the curricula, preparing our students for professional practice and advanced study. Industry engagement is a hallmark of our programs, and we pride ourselves on having faculty with significant industry experience. Our culture embraces faculty-student interaction through experiences such as undergraduate research. We are committed to changing the lives of our students and their families through a transformative experience at our rural main campus setting in the mountains of western North Carolina, and at sites in Asheville and across western NC. The college’s programs are instrumental to the economic vitality of the region and are advancing the university to be one of the nation’s premier regional comprehensive institutions. We are creating leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs with the foundation and skills needed for transformative careers in engineering and beyond. An Academic Advisor plays a vital role in supporting the College of Engineering & Technology (CET) by guiding students towards graduation success. CET advisors serve as the primary points of contact for first-year students during enrollment, offer ongoing academic advising to all CET students, and collaborate with other staff and faculty within and outside of the college. Job Responsibilities: Works as initial enrollment advisor for all CET students (first year, transfer, and re-entering students. Serves as primary advisor for students with 0-45 completed hours within the College of Engineering and technology. Continues as support advisor through graduation for all students. Provides developmental academic advising to undeclared students. Maintains appropriate advising records and documentation. Represents the College of Engineering and Technology at recruitment events. Provides transfer advising information and support for CET transfer students with transcript evaluations. Assists with questions regarding specific transferability of courses and programs. Participates in NC Community College outreach events promoting our WCU CET programs. Assists with the development, revision, and updating of CET advising processes, forms, and publications regarding student needs. Works in collaboration with all staff within the CET College and WCU Advising Center. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of the needs of students and the College of Engineering and Technology.
Minimum Qualifications	Interested candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment sponsorship or any immigration-related assistance. Masters Degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications	Previous experience as an academic advisor in an undergraduate setting. Experience in the use of Microsoft Office and Banner.
Position Type	Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week
Number of Months Per Year	12

Posting Text

Open Date	12/09/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire. Please include a cover letter, current resume, and a list of three professional references with complete contact information. For questions or additional information please contact Jessica Ottie at jottie@email.wcu.edu
Background/E-Verify	Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Credential Verification	All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
EOE	Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
University Safety	The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

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Western Carolina University has been ranked #3 in the nation on Forbes 2025 ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, out of the top 498 employers across all industries.

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Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number	EHRA1006P
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/32452
Classification Title	Academic Advisor
Working Title	CET Academic Advisor - #261085
Department	Office of the Dean, Engineering & Technology
Anticipated Hiring Range	$46,000
About WCU	Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes ‘Best Employers’ lists each year. Including: • 2025 – Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list. • 2024 – Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries. • 2023 – Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries. • 2022 – Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list. Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service. WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences – many of which are offered free of charge.
Position Summary	The primary location of this position is on-site in Cullowhee, NC. The College of Engineering and Technology (CET) at Western Carolina University (WCU) is growing! The University has received substantial support from the North Carolina legislature to expand engineering to meet the rapidly growing needs of the region and state. Our construction management, engineering, and engineering technology programs feature project-based learning embedded throughout the curricula, preparing our students for professional practice and advanced study. Industry engagement is a hallmark of our programs, and we pride ourselves on having faculty with significant industry experience. Our culture embraces faculty-student interaction through experiences such as undergraduate research. We are committed to changing the lives of our students and their families through a transformative experience at our rural main campus setting in the mountains of western North Carolina, and at sites in Asheville and across western NC. The college’s programs are instrumental to the economic vitality of the region and are advancing the university to be one of the nation’s premier regional comprehensive institutions. We are creating leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs with the foundation and skills needed for transformative careers in engineering and beyond. An Academic Advisor plays a vital role in supporting the College of Engineering & Technology (CET) by guiding students towards graduation success. CET advisors serve as the primary points of contact for first-year students during enrollment, offer ongoing academic advising to all CET students, and collaborate with other staff and faculty within and outside of the college. Job Responsibilities: Works as initial enrollment advisor for all CET students (first year, transfer, and re-entering students. Serves as primary advisor for students with 0-45 completed hours within the College of Engineering and technology. Continues as support advisor through graduation for all students. Provides developmental academic advising to undeclared students. Maintains appropriate advising records and documentation. Represents the College of Engineering and Technology at recruitment events. Provides transfer advising information and support for CET transfer students with transcript evaluations. Assists with questions regarding specific transferability of courses and programs. Participates in NC Community College outreach events promoting our WCU CET programs. Assists with the development, revision, and updating of CET advising processes, forms, and publications regarding student needs. Works in collaboration with all staff within the CET College and WCU Advising Center. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of the needs of students and the College of Engineering and Technology.
Minimum Qualifications	Interested candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment sponsorship or any immigration-related assistance. Masters Degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications	Previous experience as an academic advisor in an undergraduate setting. Experience in the use of Microsoft Office and Banner.
Position Type	Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week
Number of Months Per Year	12

Posting Text

Open Date	12/09/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire. Please include a cover letter, current resume, and a list of three professional references with complete contact information. For questions or additional information please contact Jessica Ottie at jottie@email.wcu.edu
Background/E-Verify	Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Credential Verification	All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
EOE	Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
University Safety	The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

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