Academic Success Advisor Full Time

Location: Gordon State College

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 297415

About Us

Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.

Job Summary

The Academic Success Advisor provides holistic academic advising and student support, primarily serving freshmen and sophomore students. Advisors guide students in academic planning, degree progression, and navigating college resources. This role supports student success through proactive outreach, individualized advising, and collaboration with campus partners.

Responsibilities

Academic Advising & Student Support (60%)

• Provide individualized academic advising to a caseload of students, assisting with course selection, degree planning, and academic goal-setting.
• Monitor student progress using institutional tools and data (e.g., GPA, alerts, attendance, and risk indicators) to identify and support at-risk students.
• Deliver proactive outreach and timely interventions to promote retention and academic success.
• Maintain accurate and timely advising records in institutional systems.
• Assist students with registration processes, including course selection and schedule adjustments.
• Provide responsive, student-centered service by addressing inquiries in a timely and professional manner and ensuring students receive clear, accurate guidance.

Workshops, Outreach, & Student Engagement (15%)

• Plan, develop, and facilitate workshops on academic success, registration, time management, and related topics.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to co-develop and deliver workshops and student programming.
• Participate in orientation, registration events, and other student success initiatives.

Collaboration & Coordinated Care (15%)

• Work closely with faculty, tutoring services, academic coaches, and other support offices to provide coordinated care for students.
• Refer students to appropriate campus resources and follow up as needed to ensure engagement.
• Participate in academic standing reviews and collaborate on intervention strategies for students in academic difficulty.
• Assist, when needed, with recruitment efforts both on and off campus.
• Contribute to student success initiatives and retention efforts at the departmental and institutional level.

Administrative & Operational Responsibilities (10%)

• Maintain knowledge of institutional policies, degree requirements, and academic programs.
• Support departmental initiatives, special projects, and continuous improvement efforts.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with primary, secondary, or post-secondary students in instructional or one-on-one settings.

Experience in academic advising, student services, or education settings.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of student success trends and challenges.

Knowledge of college policies, and procedures.

Knowledge of computers and job related software programs.

Knowledge of issues and trends related to adult learners.

Skill in interpersonal relationships.

Skill in decision making and problem solving.

Skill in the completion of a variety of reports.

Skill in oral and written 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

Commitment to Excellence: Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement.

Student Success: Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment.

Innovation and Creativity: Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world.

Belonging: Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respect and understanding.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College 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 Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at 678.359.5011. 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 Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test.