Academic Advisor I

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university’s signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG’s Dahlonega Campus.

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an Academic Advisor on the Gainesville campus. The Academic Advisor, Gainesville, works with a diverse student population individually and in groups regarding general education and major requirements and assists in course selection as part of a professional team of advisors. The advisor primarily supports students in specific majors to develop educational plans and goals. The advisor provides accurate and timely information regarding UNG academic policies and procedures and targeted, intentional support for students who are underachieving academically. The advisor serves as a liaison to faculty and appropriate departments and is also responsible for assisting with the development, implementation, and assessment of comprehensive student advisement tools and student success programs. The advisor assists with workshops, advance scheduling, and all advising and registration responsibilities at new student orientations on the Dahlonega campus. Other duties as assigned.

• Assists a diverse student population, primarily students in specific assigned majors, in developing educational plans and goals.
• Delivers targeted retention and success programs for special populations.
• Participates in all advising and registration responsibilities at new student orientations.
• Develops advance schedules for new freshmen and transfer students.
• Develops and delivers student workshops and faculty training sessions.
• Assists in the development and delivery of assessment tools for academic advising.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Demonstrated ability to present information in large group settings.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain exemplary working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must demonstrate a strong background as a team player.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work under minimal supervision to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize duties.
• Must demonstrate a strong background in working with diversity.

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• One year of academic advising, student affairs, enrollment management, or counseling experience.
• Computer experience with Microsoft Office required.

• Master’s Degree preferred.
• BANNER experience preferred.

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

• This role is considered a position of trust.

Please note, the University of North Georgia career board updates daily and job postings are subject to be removed when closed or filled.

• Position of Trust + Education