Graduate Academic Advisor

Overview Old Dominion University is hiring a Graduate Academic Advisor. The advisor provides comprehensive academic advising to graduate students, guiding them on course selection, resolving academic issues, monitoring progress, and implementing retention initiatives while collaborating with faculty and supporting student success programs. Responsibilities Provide academic advising to graduate students in assigned colleges to support timely degree completion. Guide course selection, registration, and resolve academic or administrative issues for a diverse student population. Monitor academic progress and conduct outreach to students facing academic difficulty using data-driven initiatives. Maintain advising records adhering to Graduate School and university policies including FERPA. Participate in campus events, orientations, professional development, and collaborate with faculty and campus partners. Contribute to professional organizations such as NACADA. Qualifications Masters degree required, preferably in Higher Education, Counseling, or a related field. Experience with advising theories, working with diverse populations, and student services preferred. Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, and basic technology proficiency required. The position requires completion of a criminal background check and involves multiple openings. #J-18808-Ljbffr Old Dominion University