University of South Carolina
Undergraduate Academic Advisor I
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $46K - $58K
💻 Academic Advising
🗓️ June 18th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring an Undergraduate Academic Advisor I. The position involves providing individual academic advising to about 300 undergraduate students, supporting their transition to college, academic planning, and campus engagement while maintaining knowledge of curricula, policies, and resources. Advisors manage student caseloads, conduct outreach, intervene as needed, and utilize various technologies to ensure effective advising.
Highlights
- Advise approximately 300 undergraduate students on academic planning, progression, and institutional policies.
- Maintain an average advising schedule of 30 hours per week and keep accurate electronic advising records.
- Utilize advising technologies such as EAB Navigate, Self-Service Carolina, Degree Works, and scheduling software.
- Participate in ongoing training and certification via the University Advising Center.
- Support assigned college operations including campus events and development of advising materials.
- Provide holistic student support using advising techniques like Appreciative Advising.
- Required qualifications: Master’s degree with 1 year related experience or Bachelor’s degree with 3 years related experience.
- Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree and 1 year advising experience.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and coordination skills with ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise independent judgment.
- Compensation range: $46,275 to $58,348 annually, with full-time employment at 37.5 hours per week.
Undergraduate Academic Advisor I Full Description
Undergraduate Academic Advisor I
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by August 1, 2025.
Logo
Posting Number | STA00488PO25
Job Family | Academic and Career Counseling
Job Function | Academic Advising
USC Market Title | Undergraduate Academic Advisor
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/141215
Job Level | P1 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Undergraduate Academic Advisor I
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Academic Affairs and Provost
Department | PROV University Advising Center
State Pay Band | 5
Approved Starting Salary | $46,275
Advertised Salary Range | $46,275- $58,348
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Student Services
Posting Number | STA00488PO25
Job Family | Academic and Career Counseling
Job Function | Academic Advising
USC Market Title | Undergraduate Academic Advisor
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/141215
Job Level | P1 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Undergraduate Academic Advisor I
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Academic Affairs and Provost
Department | PROV University Advising Center
State Pay Band | 5
Approved Starting Salary | $46,275
Advertised Salary Range | $46,275- $58,348
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Student Services
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Undergraduate Academic Advisor I provides individual advising to approximately 300 assigned undergraduate students to assist in transitioning to college, academic planning and progression, and engagement on campus. Advisors possess a working knowledge of college curriculums, university policy, and campus resources. Advisors communicate and meet regularly with students, their assigned College, and the University Advising Center. In addition, this position must maintain an average advising schedule of 30 hours per week, manage student caseloads, participate in on-going training and certification, host various outreach events, intervene with students, and regularly use available technologies to ensure accurate and effective advising.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a Master’s degree in a job related field and 1 year of job related experience, or bachelor’s degree and 3 years of job related experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | Masters degree and 1 year advising experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | The position requires knowledge of undergraduate advising practices and student service as well as experience with technology. Ability to possess thorough knowledge of University Policy and Procedures and functions. Excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills. Ability to possess high level of organizational and coordination skills. Ability to maintain flexibility and professional image while providing leadership under stressful conditions, deadlines, and constant changing schedules. Ability to exercise high level of confidentiality and independent initiative and judgement. Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
The Undergraduate Academic Advisor I provides individual advising to approximately 300 assigned undergraduate students to assist in transitioning to college, academic planning and progression, and engagement on campus. Advisors possess a working knowledge of college curriculums, university policy, and campus resources. Advisors communicate and meet regularly with students, their assigned College, and the University Advising Center. In addition, this position must maintain an average advising schedule of 30 hours per week, manage student caseloads, participate in on-going training and certification, host various outreach events, intervene with students, and regularly use available technologies to ensure accurate and effective advising.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a Master’s degree in a job related field and 1 year of job related experience, or bachelor’s degree and 3 years of job related experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | Masters degree and 1 year advising experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | The position requires knowledge of undergraduate advising practices and student service as well as experience with technology. Ability to possess thorough knowledge of University Policy and Procedures and functions. Excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills. Ability to possess high level of organizational and coordination skills. Ability to maintain flexibility and professional image while providing leadership under stressful conditions, deadlines, and constant changing schedules. Ability to exercise high level of confidentiality and independent initiative and judgement. Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Job Duties
Job Duty | Student Monitoring, Intervention, & Advising Technology:
Maintain systematic and frequent contact with advisees. Facilitate academic intervention by monitoring, identifying, and supporting students with academic difficulties as it pertains to progression and graduation requirements. Keep accurate and confidential electronic records of every student interaction including in-person, phone, and online visits. Assist students with resolution of registration issues. Utilize technologies including EAB Navigate, Self-Service Carolina, scheduling software, Degree Works, etc.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Training & Development: Advisors participate in on-going training to ensure information accuracy and effective advising technique. Responsibilities include but are not limited to completion of online modules provided by the University Advising Center (UAC) and participation in UAC trainings. Advisors must stay abreast of changing institutional information including admissions requirements, new programs, course changes, deadlines, important dates, facilities, college-wide initiatives, and state/federal mandates. Utilize various advising techniques such as Appreciative Advising and developmental advising to offer students holistic support.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Assigned College Operations: The Undergraduate Advisor will support the efforts for their assigned College/School/Department(s). Duties include, but are not limited to, participating in campus events, developing advising materials and presentations to support individual and group student sessions, and serving as a resource for faculty and staff.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Academic Advising: Advise approximately 300 assigned undergraduate students on progression requirements, selection of courses, and provide information regarding institutional policies and procedures. Meet one-on-one with all advisees and serve as a primary academic support resource for students. Participate in orientation, review and interpret placement and other standardized test scores, transcripts, courses prerequisites, degree applicability of AP, IB, Dual Enrollment, and transfer work. Perform degree audits, monitor student registration activities, and recommend strategies to assist with academic difficulty. Refer students to the appropriate staff such as counseling, financial aid, etc., and promoting student participation in beyond-the-classroom activities and high-impact practices at USC. Offer advising hours in evenings as needed.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 80
Maintain systematic and frequent contact with advisees. Facilitate academic intervention by monitoring, identifying, and supporting students with academic difficulties as it pertains to progression and graduation requirements. Keep accurate and confidential electronic records of every student interaction including in-person, phone, and online visits. Assist students with resolution of registration issues. Utilize technologies including EAB Navigate, Self-Service Carolina, scheduling software, Degree Works, etc.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Training & Development: Advisors participate in on-going training to ensure information accuracy and effective advising technique. Responsibilities include but are not limited to completion of online modules provided by the University Advising Center (UAC) and participation in UAC trainings. Advisors must stay abreast of changing institutional information including admissions requirements, new programs, course changes, deadlines, important dates, facilities, college-wide initiatives, and state/federal mandates. Utilize various advising techniques such as Appreciative Advising and developmental advising to offer students holistic support.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Assigned College Operations: The Undergraduate Advisor will support the efforts for their assigned College/School/Department(s). Duties include, but are not limited to, participating in campus events, developing advising materials and presentations to support individual and group student sessions, and serving as a resource for faculty and staff.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Academic Advising: Advise approximately 300 assigned undergraduate students on progression requirements, selection of courses, and provide information regarding institutional policies and procedures. Meet one-on-one with all advisees and serve as a primary academic support resource for students. Participate in orientation, review and interpret placement and other standardized test scores, transcripts, courses prerequisites, degree applicability of AP, IB, Dual Enrollment, and transfer work. Perform degree audits, monitor student registration activities, and recommend strategies to assist with academic difficulty. Refer students to the appropriate staff such as counseling, financial aid, etc., and promoting student participation in beyond-the-classroom activities and high-impact practices at USC. Offer advising hours in evenings as needed.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 80
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No
Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1
Desired Start Date |
Job Open Date | 06/17/2025
Job Close Date | 08/01/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by August 1, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/189111
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Desired Start Date |
Job Open Date | 06/17/2025
Job Close Date | 08/01/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by August 1, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/189111
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have at least a master's degree and 1 year of related experience, or a bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience?
- Yes
- No
- * Describe your academic advising and/or student organization advising experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * Explain your level of commitment to working one-on-one with students in transition and articulate how your previous experience has increased your passion for advising as a career. How do you see this position fitting into your ultimate career goals?
(Open Ended Question) - * Should you be selected for this position, when might you be able to start?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
Similar Jobs
Career Development Coach
University of South Carolina
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
Assistant Director of Academic Advising / Student Support Specialist IV
Kentucky Community & Technical College System
🇺🇸 Louisville, KY
Academic Advisor
University of South Carolina
🇺🇸 Spartanburg, SC
Academic Advisor I
University of Utah
🇺🇸 Salt Lake City, UT
Student Success Advisor
2U
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Arlington, VA
