Job detail
Academic Advisor
Joliet Junior College
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/23/2026
Location
Romeoville, Illinois
Salary
$26 - $28 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The academic advisor provides comprehensive academic pathway coaching and support to a diverse student population, including undecided students and those on academic probation. They serve as a liaison between the student advising center and academic departments to facilitate student success, retention, and degree completion.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a master's degree and at least three years of experience in academic advising or coaching within higher education. Proficiency in communication, financial aid processes, and database software is required, along with a demonstrated commitment to inclusive and collaborative values.
postgraduate degreeCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solvingRecord keepingTime managementPresentation skillsDatabase managementCase managementEmotional intelligenceData documentationAcademic advisingStudent recruitmentStudent coachingMulticultural competenceFinancial aid knowledge