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Senior Academic Advisor

North Carolina State University

$60,000 - $62,000

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Jan 07, 2026

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194406EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Senior Academic Advisor
Anticipated Hiring Range	$60,000 - $62,000
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; Some evenings and weekends
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Student Success and Advising Center
About the Department	About the NC State College of Education As one of the nation's top-ranked colleges of education, NC State's College of Education leads the way in North Carolina in preparing extraordinary educators, conducting transformational research, and engaging communities where they are to improve the educational outcomes of all learners and advance the greater good. The college's faculty are widely-recognized thought leaders who use their research to transform the practice of teaching, learning, and leading. They have particular strengths in improving technology-enhanced learning and teaching; fostering community-based learning and PK-16 partnerships; and innovating leadership and workforce development, educational policy, and evaluation. About two-thirds of the faculty are grant active. They are engaged in over 225 active projects totaling $151 million, making them the most productive in terms of research activity compared with other colleges of education in North Carolina and among the Top 5% in the nation. In FY24, the college's research expenditures exceeded $20 million. The college has over 1,600 students studying across five graduate certificates, seven undergraduate majors, two undergraduate minors, 13 master's degrees, three Ph.D., and two Ed.D. programs housed in three academic departments: Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development; Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education; and Teacher Education and Learning Sciences, with approximately 130 tenure-track and professional-track faculty, 110 support and professional staff, and about 160 graduate and teaching assistants. The College of Education is also home to the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research, the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, and Elevate, NC State's postsecondary education program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The college has over 18,000 living alumni, with over 6,000 working in public schools in every county in North Carolina. Those who are teachers rate among the highest in effectiveness on surveys of school employers in North Carolina. NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State's land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution's mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university. About the Student Success and Advising Center (SSAC) The Student Success & Advising Center strives to successfully engage students in the academic and social life of the College and university community while maximizing the students' potential to progress towards degree completion and develop necessary skills and competencies that will enable them to become productive, effective educators and professionals.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	The Senior Academic Advisor provides advising, support, and instruction to first and second-year undergraduate students enrolled in the NC State College of Education. In addition, the Senior Academic Advisor serves as a member of the Student Success team, assists with training and supporting academic advisors, and supports college recruitment efforts. The Senior Academic Advisor will be responsible for the following areas: Academic Advising - 45% Advise a caseload of first-year, second-year, and new transfer students in the College of Education in a developmentally appropriate way. Advise and provide additional support for unique student populations. Provide guidance and support to faculty advisors on issues related to the University's General Education Program. Teaching - 15% Serve as the lead instructor for ED 100: Intro to Education and assist with curriculum design, course implementation, and student assessment. Lead ED 100 instructor team in appropriate technology use and integration. Coordinate and oversee the Peer Mentor program as instructional support for the ED 100 course. Programming and Assessment - 15% Coordinate New Student Orientation (First Time in College and Transfer) programming for the College of Education. Serve as the lead for off-cycle first-year programs (Summer Start and Spring Connect). Work collaboratively to create, implement, and assess appropriate academic programming for College of Education students. Create reports and share information with invested partners and colleagues. Administration - 10% Assist with training and supporting the Academic Advisor position. On occasion, supervise graduate student interns, and graduate assistants. Responsible for advising operations in the absence of the Director. Professional Development - 5% Actively seek professional development opportunities to maintain and improve practice in relevant work areas. Complete required training and continuing education in a timely manner. Outreach and Service - 10% Work collaboratively with University and community college partners to support the internal and external transfer process. Work with the College of Education Recruiter to support recruitment efforts when needed. Some requirements of the position will require attendance at occasional evening and/or weekend events.
Other Responsibilities	Coordinate and implement a professional development program for advisors within the college in an effort to promote a high quality developmental advising program. Act as a liaison between the centralized first and second year advising program and the departmental third and fourth year advising programs. Work closely with other directors in coordinating/planning student service related events and programs. Collaborate with New Student Programs and Registration and Records to facilitate the matriculation of students to the College and curricular actions. Generate detailed semester and year end reports for Associate Dean. Closely monitor the progress of "at risk" students currently on academic warning or probation and plan support services which provide these students with an increased opportunity for success. Provide academic advising for first and second year students in the College of Education. Meet on a regular basis with advisees to offer academic and personal support in their progress toward degree completion and academic success. Provide leadership for the College of Education new student and transfer student orientations. Oversee the coordination and implementation of ED 100: Introduction to Education. Serve on College-wide and university committees that impact undergraduate student success and progress toward degree completion.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Master's degree in counseling, higher education, student development, or related field. At least 4 years of full-time experience working in higher education/student affairs. Familiarity with the K-12 profession and preparation of pre-service teachers. A demonstrated understanding of the variables associated with student persistence and success.
Other Required Qualifications	Experience supporting college students from all backgrounds. Previous experience with teaching and curriculum development for a first-year seminar course. Evidence of experience developing co-curricular programs and interventions Working knowledge of assessment and its importance to student success. Ability to lead staff, advisors, and students through the intricacies, process, and comprehension of graduation requirements. Ability to evaluate complex educational plans for students and work with students to develop meaningful options. Ability to collaborate with relevant services and resources to assist the student in problem resolution. Awareness of North Carolina Teaching Licensure Requirements. Have a working knowledge of current issues facing K-12 education. Knowledge of community college transfer requirements, policies, and experiences of transfer students' experiences. Exhibit leadership and foster an open environment for understanding and working with all student populations and colleagues.
Preferred Qualifications	Competitive candidates will have 4-5 years of experience in student development or teaching. Experiences with supervision preferred, but not required.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	01/07/2026
Anticipated Close Date	Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Position Details

Position Number	00065379
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.00
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	130801 - Student Success and Engagement
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.