Job Description
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Position Title
Academic Advisor
Location
Boone, NC
Faculty Rank
No
Provide Rank
N/A
Position Number
0A0821
Department
College of Business - 255000
Position Summary Information
Primary Purpose
The Walker College of Business Advising Center encourages and supports students as they develop the skills necessary to explore, create and pursue purposeful, realistic educational plans consistent with their academic, professional and personal goals. The Academic Advisor is part of a team dedicated to this mission and responsible for providing a variety of services to business students to assist them with their academic plans and to support and encourage them as they work to achieve their academic goals.
Minimum Qualifications
* Master's degree from an accredited institution
* High level of computer proficiency, including Google Workspace, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom, etc
* Ability to quickly learn technical advising tools including, but not limited to, Banner, DegreeWorks, DocuWare, and in-house advising technology
* Evidence of excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
* Strong organizational ability and attention to detail and accuracy
* Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and works well in a team environment, requiring the ability to take initiative and work independently as well as collaboratively
* Strong commitment to student success
* Strong commitment to the
University's Strategic Plan * Exhibits commitment to execute all responsibilities with quality and excellence
* Exhibits a high level of ethics, integrity, and professionalism in all dealings
* Exhibits strong work ethic and willingness and flexibility to assist with any task as needed
* Exhibits commitment to sustainable work practices
* Respect the confidentiality of all information accessible through the position
License/Certification Required
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
*Master's degree from an accredited institution in academic advising, student development, counseling, education, or related field
*Student services related work experience
*Proficiency with SCT Banner Student System and DegreeWorks degree auditing system and Fortis File Imaging
*Experience with computerized registration
*Experience interpreting and administering academic policies
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Walker College of Business Advising Center encourages and supports students as they develop the skills necessary to explore, create, and pursue purposeful, realistic educational plans consistent with their academic, professional, and personal goals.
The
Academic Advisor is part of a team dedicated to this mission and responsible for providing various services to business students to assist them with their academic plans and to support and encourage them as they work to achieve their academic goals.
In the role of Academic Advisor, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- assisting business students with developing appropriate and realistic academic plans, course selection, and monitoring academic progress;
- assisting students in academic trouble with strategies for achieving academic success;
- assisting with planning for semester or year-long study abroad programs;
- developing and executing programs for new and continuing students to disseminate information about academic programs and policies;
- auditing the records of seniors to assure all degree requirements will be met as they prepare to graduate; and,
- providing guidance to faculty and staff on student issues and academic policies. Other duties as assigned.
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, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Number of Hours Per Week
40
Number of Months Per Year
12
Mandatory Staff
No
Suggested Salary Range
$48,204 - $54,000
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
03/16/2026
Closing Date
04/15/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Evaluation of Applications Begins
04/01/2026
Proposed Date of Hire
05/18/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
For a complete application, please apply and submit all below-required documents electronically through Appalachian State University's Job Board:
* Cover Letter
* Resume
* Provide a minimum of 3 professional references in the application or attach a List of 3 References with Contact Information
Search Chair Name
Matt Crump
Search Chair Email
crumpmk@appstate.edu
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Posting Number
201501742P
Job Tags
Full time, Work experience placement, Live in, Monday to Friday