Academic and Career Advisor

The Academic and Career Advisor serves as the advisor for undergraduate students in the School of Education. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Academic and Career Advising, the Advisor serves as the initial point of contact for undergraduate students regarding academic and professional issues, prepares degree audits and four-year plans and provides career advisement and guidance on internships and experience credits.

Education and Experience

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of advising experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of PeopleSoft, Navigate360, Data Insights, Degree Works, Microsoft Office, and other University systems; knowledge of University policies and procedures.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to process, analyze, and interpret student data to inform advising decisions and identify trends in academic progress.
• Familiarity with University academic policies, degree audit systems (e.g.,Degree Works), and student information systems (e.g., Navigate360).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group academic advising to SOE undergraduates, acting as their initial point of contact for academic and professional concerns. Prepare and maintain degree audits and four-year plans using Degree Works and other University systems and data to track progress towards graduation. Advise students on course selection, minor and major options, and refer students to other campus resources and services such as Center for Student Excellence, Syracuse Abroad, Barnes Center, Student Outreach and Support, and Financial Aid. Provide career advisement and guidance on appropriate internships and experience credits. Assist students with transfer credit evaluation and petition processes. Leverage generative AI tools to support advising workflows and administrative tasks, ensuring all AI-assisted outputs are reviewed and verified for accuracy before use in student communications, records, or decisions.
• Oversee administrative tasks related to undergraduate degree certification, including preparing paperwork and communicating with students and departments. Collaborate with the Career and Certification Counselor regarding degree clearances for students needing New York State institutional recommendations and out-of-state certification verifications. Collaborate with College of Visual and Performing Arts faculty and staff to clear dually enrolled students. Monitor and update Degree Works.
• Counsel probation students, which includes monitoring academic progress and providing academic support.
• Assist with programs and events that support retention, inclusion, and student success, such as new student orientations, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, and Thrive Week.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment

Not Applicable

Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.