Academic Advisor

Job Summary Kishwaukee College's Academic Advisor will be responsible for educational advising, transfer planning, and working with college staff to provide services to improve the academic and developmental success of students utilizing a proactive advising model.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

None Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Communicates clearly and professionally in both verbal and written formats, tailored to diverse audiences and contexts. Demonstrates knowledge of student-centered practices that support student success, retention, and engagement throughout the academic journey. Demonstrates thorough understanding of FERPA and other federal and state regulations related to admissions, registration, and student records. Ensures compliance in all student services operations. Experienced in managing and supporting enrollment processes, new student orientation programs, and transition services that foster a welcoming and informed student experience. Skilled in using student information systems (e.g., Ellucian), CRM tools, and learning management systems to support student services functions. Helps students identify barriers and connects them to appropriate resources (e.g., advising, financial aid, counseling). Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in college student planning, higher education, or related field, or a combination of relevant experience, education and training that equates to the required degree. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in college student planning, higher education, or related field, or a combination of relevant experience, education and training that equates to the required degree. Experience in postsecondary education. Experience working with transfer programs. Bilingualism. Physical Demands Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 25 pounds with proper equipment; reasonable accommodations available. Light physical activity required; must be able to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment, and communicate effectively in various formats. Primarily daytime hours with some evening and weekends to support College events and initiatives. EOE Statement Kishwaukee College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and any reasonable and timely accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act will be made upon documented request by the employee. Position Status Part Time Hours per Week 36 Weeks per Year 52 Budgeted Hours per Year 1872 Temporary Position

• Begin Date Temporary Positions
• End Date Type of Position Professional Staff
• Non-Grant Funded Hiring Salary Range Requested $57,540.00
• $59,250.

00 Support Staff Pay Band (if applicable) Support Staff Pay Range (if applicable Posting Detail Information Posting Number S393P Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 04/07/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary Advertising Summary Internal Posting for Position, College Website Illustrative Examples of Essential Functions Job Duty Name Description of Job Duty Provide educational planning, advisement, and course placement assistance for new, continuing and returning students using a proactive case management approach. Assist with programs and services designed to increase the academic and developmental success of students. Provide guidance for students with concerns that may affect the educational process of students. Maintain accurate and timely academic advising notes using Student Planning and Ellucian Colleague software systems. Provide updated transfer information, process course and other relative internal changes to program plans as needed. Participate in group advising registration events and other events as it relates to Academic Advising for students. Serve on institutional committees and attend various campus meetings as a representative of Student Services. Work a flexible schedule as needed during peak advising to cover college events. Make appropriate referrals for students in need of personal counseling in collaboration with Counseling Staff. Collaborate with other higher education institutions in relaying important transfer information to students. Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Duty? Yes Percentage Of Time 100