What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor I position at Middle Georgia State University?
About Us
Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,000 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.
Job Summary
The position performs integrated academic advisement that supports retention and graduation for prospective and current students by guiding the students through data informed decision processes. This is a continuous and consistent process, which is built upon the basis of accurate communication and consistent personal contact between the advisor and advisee.
Responsibilities
Advising -
Assist and accurately guide students in defining and developing realistic educational career plans through academic schedule planning (mapping the curriculum) for each semester.
Advise students about academic policies, selection of a major including processing major change requests, course requirements, pre-requisites, grades, and graduation requirements.
Assist students in course selection and class registration.
Serve as a resource specialist to students in the implementation of academic advising services and support.
Assist with University enrollment events by providing advising services during open house, orientation, and call campaigns.
Inform and refer students to other appropriate institutional resources such as Student Success Center, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs and Counseling Services.
Monitor progress toward educational goals by meeting with students to discuss the proposed academic program, current grades, and other performance indicators.
Adhere to University policies including student privacy regulations such as FERPA.
Data Collection -
Assist with data collection and data entry.
Use appropriate University systems to maintain appropriate student files, records, and advisor notes.
Communication and Professional Development -
Assist with contacting students including scheduling appointments, notification of meetings and special events.
Participate in on-going professional development.
Participate with Advisor II and III on special projects or tasks as assigned/approved by supervisor.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience
Experience in higher education, working knowledge of DegreeWorks
Other Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of admission, registration, and degree program requirements
Knowledge of academic standards governing the student population
Knowledge of student recruitment and retention principles
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of computer and job-related software programs
Skill in decision-making and problem solving
Skill in training and coordinating the work of related personnel
Skills in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
Skill in written and oral communication
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning
Equal Employment Opportunity
Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 478.471.2010. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.
Other Information
This is a non-exempt (hourly paid) position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:
- Health insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life Insurance
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave
- Parental Leave
- Retirement
- Employee discounts
- Tuition reimbursement
Background Check
Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
