Undergraduate Academic Advisor I Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Posting Number

STA00112PO25

Job Family Academic and Career Counseling
Job Function Academic Advising
USC Market Title Undergraduate Academic Advisor to USC Market Title /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
• 56,275
  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 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 andprehensive 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 abination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educatedmunities in South Carolina and beyond.
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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 . 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. Advisorsmunicate 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 one 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 oralmunication 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 10

Job Duty Training & Development:

Advisors participate in on-going training to ensure information accuracy and effective advising technique. Responsibilities include but are not limited topletion 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 5

Job 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 5

Job 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 rmend 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 UofSC. 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.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No
Hazardous weather category Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 3
Desired Start Date Job Open Date 02/13/2025
Job Close Date 03/30/2025
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 March 30, 2025.