Academic Advisor

The Division of Academic Affairs provides leadership in developing and maintaining quality academic programs and support services that contribute to the achievement of the university's mission. The division strives to be recognized as a student-centered university with emphasis on excellence in teaching, learning, and scholarly activities; commitment to total student development; and outstanding service and engagement with local, regional, national and global communities.

This position will provide academic advisement to ECSU's Office of Student Success and Retention constituents (freshmen, sophomores, undecided majors, and transfer students) through one-on-one meetings, workshops, or presentations regarding majors. Academic advisors will assist students in establishing degree requirements, academic progress, and selection of courses for future semesters. The academic advisor will assist students in educational planning and problem-solving and will provide appropriate resources and referrals to any other campus support services for information and aid in making academic and personal decisions. They will additionally advise students about academic standards, policies, programs, and student information systems available to facilitate their success. Occasional work may be required beyond normal working hours.

Position requires strong interpersonal skills which would allow effective communication with students using blended advising techniques, administrators and faculty; ability to write reports; strong computer skills; and effective organizational skills and customer services skills. Possess knowledge in developing intervention workshops, events, and activities. Possess an interest in working with a diverse population of students.

A master's degree with a minimum of two years of experience (3+ years preferred) working in academic advising, retention or other student success initiatives. Experience teaching in a setting of higher education preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook) is required for the position.

This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. ECSU is an E-Verify participant.