Academic Advising Director jobs in Asheville, NC

Academic Advising Director directs the academic advising department, its processes, and its advisors. Works closely with academic advisors to ensure that a proactive and high-quality approach is taken with all students advising needs. Being an Academic Advising Director assists Dean or Associate Dean in the preparation and implementation of department wide goals, procedures, and controls. Analyzes existing goals and programs and recommends improvements. Additionally, Academic Advising Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to the associate dean. The Academic Advising Director manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be an Academic Advising Director typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Academic Advisor
  • Western Carolina University
  • Cullowhee, NC FULL_TIME
  • The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

    Advisors help students select proper courses, choose careers and appropriate majors, understand university academic policies and procedures, and cope with the transition to college. The Advising Center serves as a resource for the campus to provide better academic information. Advisors are responsible for assisting with the university-wide development of a relationship-based model of academic advising in support of the educational success of the undergraduate student. Along with university colleagues in other units, advisors work to increase the yield and quality of incoming students, decrease the time to graduation, and advance completion rates. Academic advisors contribute to these efforts through their comprehensive knowledge of the academic and support programs of the University and a thorough understanding of student development theories in practice.

    Academic Advisors support the development of the whole student through the delivery of the following duties and responsibilities:
    • Serve as a first enrollment advisor for all incoming students (new first-year students, transfers, and re-entering)
    • Continue as a primary advisor for students with 0-45 completed hours
    • Serve as the secondary advisor for students with 46-60 completed hours
    • Provide developmental, academic advising to undeclared students
    • Collaborate with Career Services staff to provide general career counseling
    • Represent the Advising Center at recruitment functions
    • Teach academic success courses as assigned
    • Serve as liaison to assigned departments and meet regularly with department heads
    • Meet regularly with the associate dean of the assigned college
    • Provide advising information and support for the University community
    • Present advisor educational workshops for faculty and staff
    • Assist with the development, revision, and updating of Advising Center processes, forms, and publications
    • Maintain appropriate advising records and documentation
    • Participate in the assessment and evaluation of academic advising and advising programs
    • Participate in ongoing professional development and encourage the growth of colleagues
    • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of the needs of students and the Advising Center

    Minimum Qualifications
    Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

    Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.

    For candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities related to the delivery of student advising and counseling or student personnel services, will accept a relevant undergraduate degree and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution..

    Preferred Qualifications
    Knowledge of counseling techniques, including career counseling is preferred. Strong communication skills, written and oral, are essential.

    Experience with Microsoft Office preferred, knowledge of Banner preferred. Additional computer skills helpful.

    Position Type
    Permanent Full-Time

    Number of Hours Per Week
    40

    Number of Months Per Year
    12

    Posting Text

    Open Date
    03/28/2024

    Close Date

    Open Until Filled
    Yes

    Special Instructions to Applicants
    To be considered, you must apply online. Please include a cover letter, resume, and a list of professional references to complete the application process.

    For questions or additional information, please contact Richard Gamble at rgamble@email.wcu.edu or 828-227-2133.

    Background/E-Verify
    Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

    Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

    Credential Verification
    All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

    AA/EOE
    Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
    Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

    University Safety
    The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

  • 20 Days Ago

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Academic Advisor - #005189
  • HigherEdJobs
  • Cullowhee, NC FULL_TIME
  • Academic Advisor - #005189 Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC Type: Full-Time Posted: 03/29/2024 Category: Academic Advising Minimum Qualifications: Must be eligible to work in the United St...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Academic Advisor - #005189
  • Western Carolina University
  • Cullowhee, NC FULL_TIME
  • Academic Advisor - #005189 Please see Special Instructions for more details. To be considered, you must apply online. Please include a cover letter, resume, and a list of professional references to co...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Academic Advisor - Athletics
  • Western Carolina University
  • Cullowhee, NC FULL_TIME,OTHER
  • The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus. The Athletic Academic Advisor supports the development of the whole student through the delivery of the following duties and res...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Academic Advisor - Athletics - #140245
  • Western Carolina University
  • Cullowhee, NC FULL_TIME
  • Academic Advisor - Athletics - #140245 Please see Special Instructions for more details. To be considered, you must apply online.Please include a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three pro...
  • 29 Days Ago

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Academic Intervention Assistant
  • FernLeaf Community Charter School
  • Fletcher, NC FULL_TIME
  • Academic Intervention Assistant - The primary role of the Academic Intervention Assistant is to support the Lead Academic Interventionist in improving the academic achievement of students who are stru...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Arts & Science Faculty Instructor, Adjunct - (APPLICANT POOL)
  • Mayland Community College
  • Spruce Pine, NC
  • Salary: Depends on Qualifications Location : Spruce Pine, NC Job Type: Part-Time Job Number: 00030 Department: Arts & Sc...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Career Technology Faculty Instructor, Adjunct - (APPLICANT POOL)
  • Mayland Community College
  • Spruce Pine, NC
  • Salary: $30.86 - $34.80 Hourly Location : Spruce Pine, NC Job Type: Part-Time Job Number: 00228 Department: Career Techn...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Director of Schools (Curriculum & Instruction)
  • Greeneville City Schools
  • Greeneville, TN
  • ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SCHOOLS (CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION) Greeneville City Schools is seeking an innovative curriculum an...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Teacher
  • The Goddard School of Asheville (Biltmore Lake), NC
  • Candler, NC
  • Job Description Job Description No nights and weekends! We are looking for preschool assistant teachers (part-time and f...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lead Teacher
  • The Goddard School of Asheville (Biltmore Lake), NC
  • Candler, NC
  • Job Description Job Description No nights and weekends! Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives a...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Communications and Engagement Director
  • Ymi Cultural Center Inc
  • Asheville, NC
  • Job Description Job Description PURPOSE OF THE POSITION A full-time, exempt position that will direct all program operat...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Southwestern Virginia Position with Loan Forgiveness
  • The Curare Group
  • Asheville, NC
  • Seeking an Associate Program Director for a Family Medicine Residency Program established in 2015 in Southwestern Virgin...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Asheville is a city and the county seat of Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States. It is the largest city in Western North Carolina, and the 12th-most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. The city's population was 89,121 according to 2016 estimates. It is the principal city in the four-county Asheville metropolitan area, with a population of 424,858 in 2010. Asheville is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains at the confluence of the Swannanoa River and the French Broad River. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 45.3 square miles (117....
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Income Estimation for Academic Advising Director jobs
$68,875 to $99,696
Asheville, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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