North Carolina Central University
Senior Academic Advisor
🇺🇸 Durham, NC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Academic Advising
🗓️ October 7th, 2025
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North Carolina Central University is hiring a Senior Academic Advisor. This role involves advising first-year, sophomore, and transfer students on academic progress, degree requirements, and course selection while coordinating advising initiatives, mentoring colleagues, and collaborating with campus partners to support student retention and success.
Highlights
- Conduct one-on-one and group advising sessions to guide students on majors, academic progress, and course selection.
- Coordinate advising programs, facilitate new employee training, and review academic appeals.
- Mentor colleagues and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve student retention and engagement.
- Represent University College on campus committees and collaborate with partners to enhance student experience.
- Use advising technologies to maintain student records and streamline advising processes.
- Provide interventions for high-risk students based on early alert systems and grade reporting.
- Master's degree in education, counseling, or related field required with 3-5 years higher education advising experience preferred.
- Position is exempt, full-time (40 hours/week, 12 months), with appointment through 09/30/2025.
- Comprehensive employee benefits including health, retirement plans, paid leave, and discounts are offered.
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Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
- Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
- Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
- North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
- Community Service Leave
- NC State – Health Benefits
- NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 11-12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount and more.
Posting Details
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Position Information
| Position/Classification Title | Academic Advisor / Counselor |
|---|---|
| Working Title | Senior Academic Advisor |
| Position Number | 817206 |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Appointment Type | |
| Tenure Track | No |
| FTE | 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months |
| If time limited, duration date | 09/30/2025 |
| Department Hiring Range | |
| EEO-1 Category | Professionals |
| SOC Code | 21-1012 - Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors |
Position Overview
| Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight! | Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress. Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement. An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight. Visit NCCU.edu. |
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| Primary Function of Organizational Unit | The University College offers a comprehensive array of academic support services geared towards facilitating the smooth transition of first- and second-year students into the university environment. Through Academic Advising, Academic Success Coaching, Tutoring, Supplemental Learning, and a host of other resources, we aim to empower students to navigate their academic journey successfully. Our primary objective is to guide students towards timely graduation within four years while also nurturing their holistic development throughout their college experience.
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| Primary Purpose of Position | The Senior Academic Advisor provides academic advisement to NCCU’s University College constituents (first year students, sophomores and transfer students) through one-on-one meetings, workshops, and presentations regarding majors, degree requirements, academic progress, and selection of courses for future semesters. This position assesses individual student situations and circumstances, to create, implement and monitor students’ academic progression, retention, and holistic development with the support of internal/external organizations and resources that meet student needs. In addition to providing direct support to students, the Senior Academic Advisor plays a pivotal role in fostering a culture of excellence within the advising unit. This leadership extends to: (1) Coordinating advising initiatives, including the development of programming, facilitating new employee training, conducting academic appeal reviews, and supporting various endeavors within University College. (2) Offering mentorship to colleagues by sharing best practices and ensuring adherence to university policies and procedures. (3) Proactively identifying opportunities and implementing strategies to bolster student retention rates and actively engage students in their academic journeys. (4) Representing University College on campus committees to ensure its interests are advocated for and actively collaborating with campus partners to enhance the student experience. (5) Providing supportive leadership to the Academic Advising Coordinator and Associate Dean in steering key unit initiatives and sustaining a collaborative team environment. |
| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | Excellent organizational and communication skills. Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission and structure of NCCU programs and curricula. Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with students, supervisors, and colleagues. |
| Minimum Education/Experience | Master’s degree in education, counseling, or similar related field required, with three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in higher education to include excellent advising preferred. |
| Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation | None |
| Equal Opportunity Employer | North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
| Function | Administrative |
|---|---|
| Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Conduct one-on-one and small group advising sessions with University College students (first year students, sophomores and transfer students) to discuss majors, degree requirements, academic progress, and course selection for future semesters. Provide personalized guidance and support to help students navigate their academic journey effectively. Review student progression in coursework to ensure that students advance adequately in their curriculum plan and make necessary schedule adjustments and recommendations. Assist students in accessing and utilizing support services, including tutoring, supplemental instruction, and academic success workshops. Provide intervention to students identified as high risk based on early alert mechanism including early warning and mid-term grade reporting |
| Function | Administrative |
|---|---|
| Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | In collaboration with the Academic Advising Coordinator and/or Associate Dean, provide supportive leadership within the advising unit, to include: (1) Coordinating advising initiatives, including the development of programming, facilitating new employee training, conducting academic appeal reviews, and supporting various endeavors within University College. (2) Offering mentorship to colleagues by sharing best practices and ensuring adherence to university policies and procedures. (3) Proactively identifying opportunities and implementing strategies to bolster student retention rates and actively engage students in their academic journeys. (4) Representing University College on campus committees to ensure its interests are advocated for and actively collaborating with campus partners to enhance the student experience. |
| Function | Administrative |
|---|---|
| Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Utilize advising technology tools to streamline advising processes, maintain student records, and enhance communication with students. Implement strategies to monitor and support students’ academic progression, retention, and overall holistic development throughout the semester using proactive retention strategies. |
| Function | Administrative |
|---|---|
| Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Provides intervention to students identified as high risk based on early alert mechanism including early warning and mid-term reporting. Conducts semester final grade reviews to ensure that students’ progress adequately in their curriculum plan and are make necessary schedule adjustments and recommendations. |
| Function | Administrative |
|---|---|
| Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Actively participates in campus-wide committees and initiatives to ensure Academic Advising is represented and aligned with institutional goals, as assigned by the Associate Dean and/or Advising Coordinator. Attends departmental and cross-functional meetings to remain informed and collaborative in advising practices. Performs other related advising duties as assigned to support student success and departmental operations. |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | EPA03410P |
|---|---|
| Open Date | 10/06/2025 |
| Date desired for closing or initial review | |
| Close Date | 10/12/2025 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Date Position Available | 11/03/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Pre-Employment Requirements:
Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:
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Required Documents
Supplemental Questions
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
Optional Documents
- DD-214 (Veterans Only)
- Letter of Recommendation 3
- NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
- Licenses and/or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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