Job Description
Academic Advisor Job
Summary: The Rollins College Hamilton Holt School is seeking an Academic Advisor to join their team. The Academic Advisor provides academic advising and student support services for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at the Hamilton Holt School, including returning, transfer, and international students. This position may also provide advising to students enrolled in non-degree seeking programs offered through the Hamilton Holt School.
Primary Responsibilities: - Manages an assigned caseload of undergraduate and/or graduate students and provides proactive, individualized outreach to support academic persistence and timely degree completion
- Advises students on class selection, degree requirements, college policies and procedures, and available campus resources/services. Appropriately refers students to other offices
- Assists students in identifying long term goals and career plans
- Utilizes web-based advising tools to develop proactive communication campaigns, monitor student progress, and provide targeted support
- Assists with the development of events and delivery of programs designed to facilitate student success
- Uses data analytics and institutional tools to identify at-risk students, monitor academic progress, and support strategic retention initiatives
- Collaborates with faculty on major-specific advising and engages in ongoing communication about student feedback, course scheduling, and student services indicatives
- Maintains working knowledge of the academic programs they support, including curriculum updates, pre-requisites, and licensure or post-grad outcomes
- Collaborates with key campus partners to deliver holistic, student-centered support
- Contributes to monthly Holt School newsletter content and assists in maintaining an engaging social media presence with interactive, student-focused content
- Actively participates in evening and weekend programs/events to support student engagement, experience, and success
- Engages in ongoing training to ensure an understanding of academic programs, curriculum, policies, and resources/services available to students
- Maintains electronic advising records and follows all confidentiality guidelines
- Participates in college committees
Minimum Qualifications & Education: - Bachelor's degree, applications with degrees in progress considered
- At least two years of relevant work experience in the field of higher education, academic advising, or adult education
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: - Strong communication, interpersonal, and organization skills - self motivated
- Knowledge of College environment, department, procedures, and policies
- Knowledge and practice of organization and time management skills
- Ability to use tact and good judgment in resolving work problems and dealing with others
- Ability to deliver effective presentations
- Knowledge of social media platforms and/or graphic design for internal promotions
- Skilled in event and program planning, from concept to completion
- Strong knowledge of MS Office and web-based advising tools
- Excellent oral and writing skills
Work Environment: - Fast-paced office environment, some degree of visual strain
- This is a full time, in-person, on campus position based at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida. Occasionally work remotely, with prior supervisor approval
- Evening and weekend work may be required to support programs, advising availability, and campus events
- Occasional travel to off-campus activities or professional development events
Instructions to Applicants: To apply, please submit an application and upload the following materials:
- Cover letter
- Resume
Screening of applications will begin immediately.
Benefits & Perks: - 25 Days - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and personal time)
- 10 Days - Paid Holidays
- 5 Days - Paid College Closure Days
- Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
- 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
- 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Domestic Partner Benefits
- 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
- Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
- Free On-Campus Parking
- Free Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more)
- Free Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
- Pet Insurance
- 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs
- Plus More!
Additional Perks:
- Rollins College is conveniently located on multiple Lynx Bus Routes (Winter Park/Rosemont-9 & Winter Park/Springs Village-23) and within walking distance from the Winter Park SunRail Station
- Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards, and more)
- Free E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities
- IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more)
- College Bookstore Discounts
- Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
- Discover what it's like to live in Orlando: Live, Work, Play and Learn
- Plus More!
Rollins offers a competitive salary, along with our generous full-time benefits package. Click here to review our full benefits package .
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FLSA Status: Exempt
Service Months: 12
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