Academic Advising Specialist
North Carolina Central University
Academic Advising Specialist
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks.
North Carolina Central 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.
Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
- Community Service Leave
- NC State – Health Benefits
- NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 11-12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount and more.
Posting Details
Working Title | Academic Advising Specialist |
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Position Number | 717482 |
Appointment Type | Permanent - Full Time |
Tenure Track | No |
FTE | 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months |
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Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight! | |
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Primary Function of Organizational Unit | The Division of Extended Studies is a unit within the Academic Affairs division and is responsible for the administrative oversight of the distance, online, and continuing education initiatives at NCCU. Extended Studies provides support and resources to faculty and staff for the development, delivery, and assessment of online courses and programs. |
Primary Purpose of Position | The Academic Advising Specialist will support the admissions, advising, and student success coach by performing a variety of administrative tasks that facilitate the smooth operation of the activities and communication between NCCU and PKH teams. The specialist will help create/manage student degree plans, reporting requests, liaise between departments for program course transfers, provide general information to students as needed, audit final degree plans for accuracy and assist with the coordination of ensuring communication and updates and distributed across departments appropriately. This role will assist in the creation of Transfer Credit Evaluations for new online undergraduate students, and act as a liaison with the academic departments and the PKH success coach team. |
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Minimum Education/Experience | Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred. 2-3 years of advising experience and working with adult learners. Previous experience in admissions, transfer and/or advising services within a higher education institution is highly desirable. Knowledge of academic advising processes and university policies on transfer credit evaluation. Familiarity with data management and reporting tools. |
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation | N/A |
Equal Opportunity Employer | North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |
Function | Administrative |
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Function | Data/Information/Records Management |
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Posting Number | EPA03281P |
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Open Date | 10/14/2024 |
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Open Until Filled | Yes |
Date Position Available | 11/01/2024 |
Special Instructions to Applicants | You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina Central 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. Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:
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Applicant Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- List of References
- DD-214 (Veterans Only)
- NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
Supplemental Questions
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