| Location | MI |
| Salary | $65,000–$72,000 Per Year |
Academic Advisor
Salary
$65,000.00 - $72,000.00 Annually
Location
College Wide
Job Type
Management Staff Non-Exempt
Job Number
202400356
Division
Student Services
Opening Date
11/02/2026
Closing Date
11/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Shift Days/Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Summary of Purpose
The purpose of the Academic Advisor is to execute data-driven outreach and initiatives to support and retain assigned students. Early momentum metrics and high-impact student success and advising practices will inform the work of the position. This position is college-wide and will require meetings and student appointments and programs at all campuses. This is a 12-month, 40-hour a week position with Auburn Hills, Orchard Ridge (Farmington Hills) and Royal Oak campuses as main office locations.
Typical Duties
This description is intended to indicate the types of duties and responsibilities requested of the employee assigned this title. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required.:
Load full program plans and/or course sections in the college student planning system for/with the students for all courses in the students' identified academic program and educate/remind students on registration every semester.
Evaluate OCC Student Success early momentum metrics (early registration in math/English, credit momentum, student academic plan adherence and early registration) for the development of advising action campaigns and outreach.
Monitor semester completion and registration patterns of assigned students.
Produce and manage reports on the semester-to-semester retention of assigned students and efficacy of outreach campaigns.
Develop and execute student communication and outreach plans to drive retention including such tactics as group advising focused on the use of the Student Planner and student success metrics for the advisors' assigned students.
Refer students for assessment and/or college services, such as to: educational counseling, personal counseling, and career counseling that is primarily provided through the OCC Counseling Department, as well as academic and ACCESS support.
Maintains basic knowledge about the College's academic programs and requirements.
Provide recommendations for continuous improvement of academic advising services.
Maintain accurate record of communication, service provision, and student engagement for assessment and reporting purposes.
10 .Work collaboratively with other units; participate in meetings and work as a member of a team.
Participate in individual and team professional development, remaining current with technology used to provide advising services.
Maintain professional participation in the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) and state organization to leverage best practices.
13.Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills Required
Minimum Education and Experience
EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree
EXPERIENCE: One to three years' experience in academic advising or related careers in post-secondary education, or a combination of education and experience commensurate with the requirements of the position.
We are excited to have you consider Oakland Community College (OCC) as your employer of choice!
OCC strives to provide valuable and empowering services not only to our students, but also to our employees.
See below the benefits offered by the College under the benefit types: full-time and part-time
Full-Time Positions for the Following Employee Groups:
Classified, Exempt (Non-union), Faculty, Maintenance, Operating Engineers, Public Safety, Teamsters
Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire
Medical
Multiple PPO medical plans with prescription coverage to choose from; Plans provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM)
Free preventive services on every plan
Health Savings Account (HSA) available with the High Deductible medical plans
BCBSM through the Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool (WMHIP) medical is offered to all employment groups
There is a $2,000 prorated Medical Opt Out stipend with proof of other applicable medical coverage
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Life Insurance
Disability
Retirement
Voluntary Retirement Accounts
Voluntary Benefits
Tuition
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Group: Classified Part-Time
Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire
Part-time Classified employees are offered the opportunity to have medical, dental, vision at the full monthly premium; life insurance is also available at a nominal cost. Participation requires that benefit costs be taken via payroll deduction.
Medical
Multiple PPO medical plans with prescription coverage to choose from; Plans provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM)
Free preventive services on every plan
Health Savings Account (HSA) available with the High Deductible medical plans
BCBSM through the Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool (WMHIP) medical is offered to all employment groups
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Retirement
Voluntary Retirement Accounts
Tuition
Employee Group: Adjunct Faculty, Part-time Hourly (Non-union), and Casual Instructors*
Retirement
Voluntary Retirement Accounts
Tuition
Contact Information: hr@oaklandcc.edu
01
Do you have a Bachelors degree?
02
Please indicate which of our campuses you are most interested to work at. (You may select more than one).
03
Do you have one to three years' experience in academic advising or related careers in post-secondary education?
04
Are you a member of the Oakland Community College Teamsters union?
05
What is your expected salary? Please note our salary range as listed in the job posting.
Required Question
Employer Oakland Community College Office Of Human Resources
Address 2900 Featherstone Rd.
Auburn Hills, Michigan, 48326
Phone 248-341-2022
Website https://www.oaklandcc.edu/