Position Description
Coastal Carolina University seeks applications (4 open positions) for the time-limited position of Academic Advisor for University Advising for the Office of the Provost. Academic Advisors are responsible for the planning and delivery of academic advising programs and services. Responsible for maintaining regular contact with students to provide accurate, timely information on academic majors, University policiesand regulations, and support services available to students. Responsible for understanding and interpreting the requirements and academic options in specific assigned areas and for knowing basic information about other academic areas to facilitate the student’s pursuit of fields of interest.
Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to:
1. Provide students with information focused on meeting developmental academic needs, including transition to the college environment, exploration of various major fields of study, career options, available resources, and university policies.
2. Assist students with the course planning and registration process; keep accurate records of student advising contacts and progress toward a degree.
3. Process student requests and forms in a timely manner; audit student records each semester to ensure appropriate course selection and progress; provide final audits for graduating seniors.
4. Engage in departmental committees and professional development.
5. Teaches one class per academic year or fulfills the equivalent "teaching" responsibility through tutoring, conducting study sessions, or providing workshops for faculty advisors and/or students.
Application Process
Interested candidates may apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccu/jobs/4617691. Review of applications will begin August 21, 2024 and continue until positions are filled. Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employee. Time-limited position with benefits. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Hours are M-Th 8:00-5:00 and F 8:00-12:30. The position will serve 37.5 hours/week. Must be flexible to meet the special scheduling needs of the university.
Institution Information
Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 10,000 students from 49states and 55 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission onColleges to award the baccalaureate and master’s degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences,business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in instructional technology, and PhDdegrees in marine science: coastal and marine systems science and education sciences. Coastal Carolina University is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and we seek candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campuscommunity. The University provides equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, or disability in admissions, employment and in all of its educational programs and activities. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply.
Additional Information
University Advising is expanding at CCU! These four new positions will allow advising to reach even more students.
Contact Information
Zan Wiggins [email protected]
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