Advising Specialist

Job Details

Coastal Carolina University first and second year advising is governed by University Advising, a centralized advising office. This dynamic group of professional advisors are engaged in delivering the best possible academic advising to our students. We support professionalism, quality advising, collegiality, goal-oriented work, and professional development activities with the goal of advancing personal and student success.

Advising Specialists are responsible for maintaining regular contact with students to provide accurate, timely information on academic majors, University policies and 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.

Occasional nights/or weekends; mental demands- organization, reasoning & decision making, communication, resilience, high-traffic, high-stress, high-demand environment

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 49 states and 55 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges 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 PhD degrees 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 campus community. 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.

How to Apply: Interested candidates may apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccu/jobs/4739849. This position will be posted until filled. Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

Time-limited position with benefits. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Normal work days and hours vary. The position will serve 30 hours/week. Must be flexible to meet the special scheduling needs of the university.

Duties

Duties include, but not limited to:

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.

Assist students with the course planning and registration process; keep accurate records of student advising contacts and progress toward a degree.

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.

Engage in departmental committees and professional development.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor’s Degree.

Preferred: Two (2) years higher education or teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Demonstrated ability to multitask, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and work well as a team member. Demonstrated ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail and follow instructions without close supervision. Consultation skills. Competency with culturally diverse populations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to exercise good judgment. Problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Creativity. Familiarity with FERPA guidelines. Ability to process confidential information with the utmost discretion. Ability to build trust and strong professional interpersonal relationships with students and university personnel.

This position is not eligible for benefits.