Academic Advisor

Position Summary Academic Advisor – Grant University of South Carolina Upstate

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Spartanburg, SC Academic Advisors are responsible for advising current and prospective students, promoting good advisement practices, and assisting with academic support. Academic advisors assess students’ needs, goals, interests, and prior academic experiences to guide students in designing and implementing a successful academic plan. Advisors are also responsible for promoting student success, including academic support and career exploration. This position will serve majors as assigned by the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Success. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree required with a minimum of 1 year of experience in higher education academic advising, academic support services, first-year experience programming, career counseling, or related field. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to work and motivate traditional as well as nontraditional students, strong computer and interpersonal skills required. Job Duties Job Duty Navigate students through the major transitions of college enrollment. Provide programming for students as they enter, remain enrolled, and leave the institution. Maintains an advising load and works directly with students to accomplish educational goals. Key aspects include maintaining the integrity of academic policies while serving as a student advocate; fostering a culture of student responsibility and success; providing students with information about the possible consequences of academic decisions; and creating plans of study. Must maintain current knowledge of degree programs. Assists students during OAR and participates in open house events, FAB Friday, and other student recruitment events. Complete plans of study. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty Assist students in the development of an educational plan, including choosing a program of study and/or clarifying educational goals. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Provide academic advising for assigned majors and monitor student registration. Educate students about course planning and registration processes. Refer students to campus resources to meet individual needs. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Implement targeted outreach to students with at-risk factors. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Improve students’ career readiness through major exploration and referral to appropriate campus programs and services. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Maintains accurate data for reports and informed decision-making. Keeps advising statistics, work schedules, and other reporting documents up-to-date. Monitor and respond to students using advising software (Starfish). Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Teach UNIV 101 (College Success Seminar). Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Other duties as assigned. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/31/2026 Position End Date 09/30/2028 Job Open Date 08/31/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Location of Vacancy USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule Monday – Friday; 8:30am – 5pm; Some evenings and weekends as needed are required. Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Student Services Anticipated Hiring Range $49,700 - $52,000; Salary commensurate with education and experience. About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. Benefits Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Professional Development Opportunities South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents Other Supporting Documents List of References and Contact Information #J-18808-Ljbffr University of South Carolina