Full-time Staff: Academic Advisor

This position plays a pivotal role in guiding students through their academic and career development journey. The Academic Advisor supports student retention and academic success initiatives, connects students to support services, and is a valued resource for students.

RESPONSIBILITIES (Non-inclusive):

• This position is responsible for providing comprehensive undergraduate academic advising, participating in campus-wide outreach activities and fostering the academic success of students at the college
• The academic advisor must be responsive to the needs of different types of students and be prepared to work in a high-volume and fast-paced environment
• Assists students with academic program planning, general course selection, career options, and extracurricular opportunities
• Will support institutional retention initiatives, such as new student orientation programs and registration events, and may teach First Year Experience 
• Collaborates with the Student Service Center, Learning Center, Student Engagement & Leadership, Accommodation Center, Athletics, and other campus departments to support student academic success and retention efforts
• Maintains student advising records and assists in the tracking of student progress
• Assists faculty with academic advising procedures and implementation
• Serves as an information resource for students, faculty, and staff regarding college policies and procedures related to academic advising
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training and Experience Required/Preferred

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in counseling, guidance, education, student personnel services, adult learning and development, or a related field of study

• Preferred: Master's degree in counseling, guidance, education, student personnel services, adult learning and development, or a related field of study. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience in academic advising, retention support, and/or mentoring

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

• Knowledge of retention services and student development

Physical Activity Level

Light - mostly sit, stand, and walk occasionally.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a full-time, continuing-status staff position. The work schedule includes 40 hours per week and requires working flexible hours including evenings and weekends. The college’s business hours are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., M-F.

This position is classified at pay grade 06A on the Staff Salary Schedule. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plus paid time away (sick, personal, vacation, and holiday). See Benefits for Full-time Staff.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Apply for this position through the college’s Human Resources website. Please be prepared to do the following:

• Complete all questions in the application.
• Attach a current resume and a cover letter summarizing your interest and qualifications for this position.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, application review will begin immediately. *To avoid difficulties when submitting your application, be sure your web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer) is updated to the latest version and allow yourself sufficient time to complete the application since you WILL NOT be able to save a partially completed application and work on it later. Lakeland Community College is an equal access and equal opportunity employer. We have a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and, in that spirit, seek a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, people with disabilities and people over 40. Under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. If your disability requires special accommodation to participate in the application/interview process, contact the Human Resources Office at 440-525-7575.