Academic Advisor

Request to Recruit Position Title:
Academic Advisor

Location:
Boone, NC

Faculty Rank:
No

Provide Rank:
N/A

Position Number:
0A0901

Department:
College of Arts and Sciences - 250000

Position Summary Information Primary Purpose:
The Academic Advisor in the College of Arts & Sciences at Appalachian State University provides comprehensive advising support to undergraduate students across a large and diverse college of approximately 7,000 students in 93 degree programs. Working as part of a collaborative advising team, the Academic Advisor helps students develop and achieve their academic goals while partnering with faculty advisors to strengthen advising practices. This role builds strong relationships with the College Advising and Support Services Hub ( CASSH ) , the Deans Office, academic departments, and campus partners to ensure coordinated and effective academic support services.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree from an accredited institution.
• High level of computer proficiency, including Google Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Slides etc.), Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.), and Zoom (online conferencing).
• Ability to quickly learn technical advising tools including but not limited to: Banner, DegreeWorks, Self-Service, Dashboard, and E-Print.
• Evidence of excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exhibits strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and works well in a team environment with the ability to take initiative and to work independently as well as work collaboratively.
• Has a strong desire to work with a college-age student population and a commitment to student success.
• Exhibits commitment to execute all responsibilities with quality and excellence.
• Exhibits a high level of ethics, integrity, and professionalism in all workplace interactions.
• Exhibits a strong work ethic and has the willingness and flexibility to assist with any assigned tasks, as described in Essential Duties & Responsibilities.
• Exhibits a commitment to sustainable work practices and respects the confidentiality of all information accessible through the position

License/Certification Required :
N/A

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree from an accredited institution in academic advising, student development, counseling, education, or related field.
• Student services-related work experience in a Higher Education setting.
• Proficiency with Ellucian Banner Student System and DegreeWorks degree auditing system.
• Experience with computerized registration.
• Experience interpreting and administering academic policies with a clear understanding of how these policies affect the student population as a whole as well as the individual student.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The College of Arts & Sciences at Appalachian State University invites applicants to apply for a full-time (twelve-month) Academic Advisor positions.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist undergraduate students in developing appropriate and realistic academic plans.
• Assist students with course selection and obtaining or granting special permissions for course enrollment when needed.
• Perform records processing and degree auditing. This may include tasks such as new major processing, changes of program, degree/registration auditing, degree conferral, etc.
• Monitor academic progress and assisting students in academic difficulty with strategies to achieve academic success.
• Develop and executing strategies that disseminate information about academic programs and policies to new, readmitting and continuing students.
• Make appropriate referrals to campus resources as needed.
• Provide guidance to faculty and staff on student issues and advising policies.
• Assist with departmental advising needs as assigned by the Director and Assistant Director.
• Other projects or duties as assigned by the Director and Assistant Director.

Type of Position:
Full Time Position

Staff/Non-Faculty:
Staff/Non-Faculty

VISA Sponsorship?:
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.

Appointment Type:
1.0

Work Schedule/Hours:
Monday Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm

Number of Hours Per Week:
40

Number of Months Per Year :
12

Mandatory Staff:
No

Suggested Salary Range:
$48,000 - 52,000

Physical Demands of Position:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Posting Details Information Posting Date:
05/20/2026

Closing Date:
06/04/2026

Open Until Filled:
No

Evaluation of Applications Begins:
05/26/2026

Proposed Date of Hire:
07/06/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:
For a complete application, please apply and submit all below-required documents electronically through Appalachian State Universitys Job Board:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of 3 professional references
• undergraduate and graduate (unofficial transcripts; must show date of degree conferral)

Search Chair Name:
Carla Penders

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Posting Number:
201501779P