Academic Advisor

Posting Details

Posting Summary


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Posting Number
STA00689PO26


Job Family
Academic and Career Counseling


Job Function
Academic Advising


USC Market Title
Academic Advisor


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Job Level
P3 - Professional


Business Title (Internal Title)
Academic Advisor


Campus
Upstate


Work County
Spartanburg


College/Division
USC Upstate College/Division Level


Department
UPS Student Success Center


State Pay Range
G08


USC Market Range
MRE - $49,700 $60,882 $72,065


Anticipated Hiring Range
$49,700 - $50,000; Salary commensurate with education and experience.


Location of Vacancy
USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC


Part/Full Time
Full Time


Hours per Week
37.5


Work Schedule


USC Upstate standard office hours are 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. However, this position will involve some evening, weekend, and/or conference travel.

Basis
12 months


Job Search Category
Student Services

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.

Veterans' Preference Statement


The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Benefits for FTE Positions


The University of South Carolina (USC), 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 USC 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.

Position Description


Advertised Job Summary

Academic Advisor
University of South Carolina Upstate
STA00689PO26
Spartanburg, SC

Academic Advisors are responsible for advising declared, undeclared, and prospective students, promoting good advisement practices, and assisting with academic support. Academic advisors assess students' needs, goals, interests, and prior academic experiences in order to guide students in the design and implementation of a successful academic plan. This position will serve NSE majors at the USC Upstate. Responsible for coordinating comprehensive programs and initiatives that promote student success, including academic support, professionalism and protocol training, and career development.

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.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications


Master's degree with a minimum of 1 year experience in higher education academic advising, academic support services, first-year experience programming, career counseling or related field. Preferred exceptional leadership skills and excellent computer skills, written, and oral communication skills. Experience in student success initiatives, academic support, first year student programming, or counseling in high school or higher education required. Previous work experience with undergraduates in an institution of higher learning strongly preferred.


Knowledge/Skills/Abilities


A successful background check is required. Knowledge of student success initiatives, academic support, first year student programming, or counseling in high school or higher education required. Excellent organizational, management, and office skills. Demonstrated skills working successfully in a high-traffic, high-demand environment and ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner. Information technology proficiency in database and spreadsheet software and Microsoft Office products. USC Upstate standard office hours are 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. However, this position will involve some evening, weekend, and/or conference travel.

Job Duties


Job Duty


Navigate students through the major transitions of college enrollment. Provide programming for students as they enter, continue to enroll, and leave the institution. Maintains an advising load and works directly with students to accomplish educational goals. Key aspects include maintenance of the integrity of academic policies, while being a student advocate and fostering a culture of student responsibility and success, providing students with information about possible consequences of academic decisions, and creating plans of study. Must maintain current knowledge of degree programs.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
20


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


Oversee academic advising and registration for assigned NSE majors. 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


Improve student preparedness for job search activities and professionalism in the workplace.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
10


Job Duty


Assist with coordination of outreach to at-risk students.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
10


Job Duty


Maintains accurate data for reports and informed decision-making . Keeps advising statistics, work schedule, 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


Cross-trained to assist in enrollment services during peak times.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
5


Job Duty


Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
5

Position Attributes


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.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No


Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies
1


Desired Start Date
10/01/2026


Job Open Date
09/15/2026


Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicant


The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.

USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition Program
• Dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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EEO Statement


The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.