Academic Advisor II
College of the Arts
Dean's Office
The College of the Arts at Georgia State University is a destination for students who want to unlock and enhance their creativity with a serious arts education in a vibrant downtown setting.
Offering top degree programs in art, music, film, theatre, and more, the College of the Arts connects students with Atlanta's thriving arts scene and booming film and music industries.
Through the college's partnerships with the city's cultural organizations, students combine their craft with entrepreneurship training to ensure dynamic, successful careers.
These are exciting times at The College of the Arts at Georgia State University. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.
College of the Arts seeks (1) an experienced Academic Advisor II.
WHAT MAKES College of the Arts A GREAT PLACE?
* A flexible work environment
* Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
* A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
* Professional development opportunity and mentorship
* A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Academic Advisor II position will complete all duties of a full-service professional academic advisor and will be tasked with performing academic advisement functions such as facilitating academic program development, advising, interpretation, and implementation of university policies and procedures. The Academic Advisor II will provide administrative support to department undergraduate directors as it relates to course substitutions, petitions, and permissions. The Academic Advisor II will also support undergraduate directors with advisement-related events and advisement data needs from Navigate. Academic Advisor II will be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Banner, and have experience with programs similar to Argos, Degree Works, Navigate, and more.
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Academic Advisor II are the following:
- Advises prospective and current students about academic requirements and selection of courses.
- Disseminate information on university policies and procedures to faculty, parents, students, etc.
- Maintains students' files updated throughout their academic careers and makes changes to records as necessary.
- Analyzes and processes requests for readmission from academic exclusion and financial aid reinstatements
- Provides retention services for students who are part of the Academic Improvement Program.
- Monitors and tracks the retention, progression, and graduation of all students within the assigned population.
- Audits student records for curriculum, major, and graduation requirements. Evaluate and determine transfer credits
- Research course descriptions to determine transferability.
- Compares transcripts with entrance and graduation requirements and advises students on appropriate actions.
- Refers students with academic discrepancies to proper officials for further action.
- Monitors student registration activities and academic performance/progress.
- Coordinates communications with students regarding course scheduling, core and major requirements, academic resources, etc.
- Review course adjustment forms and petitions for readmission of students.
- Serves as undergraduate advisor for the College of the Arts.
- Mentors Academic Advisor I and UAC COTA advisors.
- Coordinates training for new COTA advisors on DegreeWorks, best practices, and advisement responsibilities.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and review of College and University training advisement materials and programming.
- Coordinates special programs or functions such as dual degree, BIS, Teacher Ed, Graduation, Petitions, appeals, grade appeals, etc.
- Coordinates and/or participates in planning orientation or group advisement sessions - New Student Orientation, Transfer Orientations, etc.
- Participates regularly in university, college, and advisement training, development, and planning meetings and activities.
- Participates in college, departmental, and other meetings related to undergraduate programs.
- Assists in the preparation of special reports relating to enrollment and related matters.
- Other duties as assigned.
Georgia State University Values
- COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university.
- INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, equity, and civility.
- TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place.
- INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources.
- EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research and service.
- STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents.
USG Core Values Statement
- The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct
- Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.
Background Check
Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.