NKU Beta Gamma Sigma·Highland Heights, Kentucky
Provide academic advising to undergraduate students, specifically focusing on freshmen, undecided, and at-risk populations. Manage student caseloads, assist with orientation programs, and participate in university committees and professional development.
Career Advisor:
Regular:
The advisor will meet with undergraduate students during scheduled and walk-in appointments; communicates with undergraduate students on advising issues; participates in Master Advising professional development training; generates and disseminates student reports; works within the HRIS system to review student information and help students register for classes; and serves on committees within the department and across the university.
Provide academic advising to new freshmen, undecided/exploring, under-prepared students and probationary students at Northern Kentucky University.
Provide follow-up with at risk students by effectively managing advising caseloads.
Assist with the planning and delivery of academic orientation programs.
Create presentations for students and other professionals on campus.
Implement the office’s assessment plan for teaching advising student learning outcomes and maintain accurate and up-to-date student records.
Participate in university-sponsored professional development programs, the National Academic Advising Association and the Kentucky Academic Advising Association.
Serve on university committees as assigned by the director.
Posted Salary:
Valid driver’s license required and dependable vehicle. Some evening and weekend work is required.
A bachelor's degree is required, with a master's degree in a related field preferred. Candidates must have a minimum of two years of academic advising experience in a higher education setting.
Market context
Career advisor openings in Kentucky often appear in colleges and universities that need staff to support student retention, transfer planning, and career readiness. These roles are competitive because employers usually look for a bachelor’s degree, prefer a master’s in a related field, and want at least two years of academic advising experience in higher education. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and tailor your application to show advising outcomes, student support experience, and familiarity with higher education systems.
Part time faculty, College of Informatics
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