Academic Advisor Position Available In Volusia, Florida

Academic Advisor #11081

Salary
$39,861.00 Annually
Location Deltona
Job Type
Staff – Full-Time
Job Number
202500074
Department
Academic Advising
Opening Date
04/08/2025
Closing Date
Continuous

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
One (1) year of related experience in an advising, student support or customer service setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in education, psychology, higher education administration, student affairs, or closely related field. Proficiency in operating a personal computer, using Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, and Outlook), PeopleSoft and Salesforce.

Key Responsibilities:

Effectively communicates enrollment information, program requirements and policies to new and prospective students, parents, high school guidance counselors, college faculty and staff; informs the same groups about College majors and courses offered on various campuses, and assists students with enrollment process and determination of their educational goals (i.e. Adult Education, Dual Enrollment, degree/ certificate programs).
Conducts an unofficial evaluation of credit to enable transfer students to register for courses. Provides intake advisement for dual enrollment and adult education students. Reviews student educational records/ transcripts, discusses and makes recommendations on program of study, and communicates College policies and procedures and admissions requirements. Completes unofficial graduation check down (audits) for student progress checks.
Works with students one-on-one or in groups to review standards of academic progress (including probation and suspension) and assists with strategies to improve academic standing. Assists with screening of applicants for special admissions programs. Advises students with problems; suggest internal/external referrals/resources for difficult/extensive problems outside of training and/or expertise.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Knowledge of or ability to learn student information systems such as PeopleSoft and Salesforce
Knowledge of FERPA Regulations for handling student records.
Knowledge and ability to advise or counsel a diverse student population.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision.
Ability to utilize data and information to make decisions and projections.
Ability to work collaboratively and build strategic relations with colleagues, coworkers, constituents, and volunteers.
Ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse group of staff, faculty, students, and the community in a service-oriented environment.
Ability to think critically and creatively, have a high standard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational structure.
Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and diverse demands are involved.
Ability to operate personal computers with proficiency and learn new applications and systems.
Ability to develop and deliver training presentations and programs.
Ability to assess program needs and conceptualize new programs.
This position requires a criminal background screening.
If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at 386-506-4505 or email HR@daytonastate.edu. Daytona State College is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer. Click here to view the College’s statement of non-discrimination.
Employer
Daytona State College
Address
1200 W. International Speedway Blvd.
Daytona Beach, Florida, 32114
Phone
(386)506-4505