Academic Advising Director jobs in Gastonia, 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 (Hickory Campus)
  • Appalachian State University
  • Hickory, NC FULL_TIME
  • Posting Details

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    Working Location (City, State)
    Hickory, NC

    Faculty Rank
    No

    Provide Rank

    Position Number
    099531

    Department
    College of Health Sciences - 273000

    Description of University
    Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

    Position Summary Information

    Minimum Qualifications
    • Master’s Degree from an accredited institution
    • At least one year of prior experience in a higher education setting, preferably working with students in an advising, student support, or student development setting
    • Excellent interpersonal skills
    • Experience cultivating and supporting a welcoming community and a workplace culture of collaboration and respect through education and inclusive practices.
    • Excellent written communication skills
    • Demonstrated success taking initiative and working independently
    • Strong organizational ability with attention to detail and accuracy
    • High level of proficiency using Google G-Suite and ability to quickly learn technical advising tools

    License/Certification Required
    N/A

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Master’s degree earned in student development, counseling, higher education, or a related field
    • At least one year of professional experience as an academic advisor in higher education
    • Experience supporting online students
    • Experience with advising transfer students and/or in a community college setting

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    Academic Advisors in the Office of Advising and Academic Support in the Beaver College of Health Sciences at Appalachian State University provide a variety of services to undergraduate Health Sciences majors, and serve students in one or more of the following programs: Communication Sciences & Disorders; Exercise Science; Health Care Management; Health, Physical Education & Coaching; Health Sciences; Nursing; Nutrition & Foods; Public Health; Recreation Management; and Social Work.

    Advisors collaborate with Health Sciences records staff, department chairs, program directors, faculty mentors, and others to ensure student success. In addition, advisors are familiar with and work closely with colleagues in other units on campus, including Financial Aid, Student Success, Transfer Admissions and Engagement, Registrar, etc.
    This Academic Advisor is part of a team responsible for providing a variety of services to undergraduate Health Sciences students, assisting them with their academic plans, and supporting and encouraging them as they work to achieve their academic goals.

    NOTE: The primary reporting location for this Academic Advisor position will be at the Hickory campus. Attendance at the Boone campus is mandatory for initial and ongoing training and certain College/University events.
    Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
    • Serving as the Hickory campus point person for all BCHS students, including being the primary advisor for the BS in Health Sciences degree and other programs as needed
    • Assisting students in developing appropriate and realistic academic plans via individualized graduation plans, as well as proactively monitoring academic progress
    • Assisting students with course selection and obtaining or granting special permissions for course enrollment when needed
    • Assisting students who are having academic difficulty by providing resources and strategies for achieving academic success
    • Disseminating information about academic programs and policies to new and continuing students
    • Serving as a liaison with the assigned academic program(s)
    • Providing guidance to faculty and staff on student issues and academic policies
    • Participating in Hickory-based Open House and other recruitment events as needed
    • Attending special events and meetings in Boone as needed
    • Other duties or special projects as assigned

    Type of Position
    Full Time Position

    Staff/Non-Faculty
    Staff/Non-Faculty

    Appointment Type
    1.0

    Work Schedule/Hours
    Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, some weekend and evening work as needed; after initial training is complete, this position may be eligible for up to 2 remote work days per week

    Number of Hours Per Week
    40

    Number of Months Per Year
    12

    Mandatory Staff
    No

    Suggested Salary Range
    $47,500 - $52,000

    Physical Demands of Position
    Typical physical demands of a professional position within a university office area, including long hours in front of a computer.
    All duties to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

    Posting Details Information

    Posting Date
    04/05/2024

    Closing Date

    Open Until Filled
    No

    Evaluation of Applications Begins
    05/01/2024

    Proposed Date of Hire
    06/17/2024

    Special Instructions to Applicants
    • Cover Letter
    • Resume
    • List of 3 Professional References (minimum) with Contact Information

    Search Chair Name
    Carole Greene

    Search Chair Email
    greenecm2@appstate.edu

    Quick Link
    https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/45399

    Posting Number
    201501400P
  • 16 Days Ago

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Academic Advisor (Hickory Campus)
  • appstate
  • Hickory, NC FULL_TIME
  • Academic Advisors in the Office of Advising and Academic Support in the Beaver College of Health Sciences at Appalachian State University provide a variety of services to undergraduate Health Sciences...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Academic Facilitator at Mountain View
  • Catawba
  • Newton, NC FULL_TIME
  • GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB The responsibilities of the position fall into two categories. As a teacher, the academic facilitator is responsible for providing direct instruction to students, individually...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Academic Facilitator at Maiden Elementary (Temporary)
  • Catawba
  • Newton, NC TEMPORARY
  • GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB The responsibilities of the position fall into two categories. As a teacher, the academic facilitator is responsible for providing direct instruction to students, individually...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Academic Facilitator at St. Stephens Elementary
  • Catawba
  • Newton, NC FULL_TIME
  • GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB The responsibilities of the position fall into two categories. As a teacher, the academic facilitator is responsible for providing direct instruction to students, individually...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Academic Facilitator at Blackburn (24-25 SY)
  • Catawba
  • Newton, NC FULL_TIME
  • GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB The responsibilities of the position fall into two categories. As a teacher, the academic facilitator is responsible for providing direct instruction to students, individually...
  • 26 Days Ago

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0 Academic Advising Director jobs found in Gastonia, NC area

Gastonia is the largest city in and county seat of Gaston County, North Carolina, United States. It is also the second largest satellite city of the Charlotte area, behind Concord. The population was 71,741 at the 2010 Census. In 2016, the population had increased to 75,536. Gastonia is the 13th largest city in North Carolina. It is part of the Charlotte metropolitan area, officially designated the Charlotte Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). Gastonia has experienced steady growth, with a population increase between 2000 and 2010 of nearly 8.2%, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. According...
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Income Estimation for Academic Advising Director jobs
$72,622 to $105,120
Gastonia, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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