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Academic Advisor

University of Southern Mississippi • Hattiesburg, MS • 2d ago

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is an on-campus position. Remote work is not available. For full consideration of your application, please upload:

Current resume

Cover letter highlighting your interest and fit for this position

Names & contact information for three references who can speak to your potential as an Academic Advisor.

All application materials must be submitted in the online system; emailed materials will not be considered. For priority consideration, please submit all application materials by April 12, 2026. Review of applications will begin April 12, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. For questions about this position, please contact cjfss@usm.edu.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary

The Academic Advisor works to cultivate student success by 1) assisting students in their transition to the University, 2) facilitating students' efforts to plan their path to degree, 3) promoting engagement in their major and 4) connecting students with key campus resources. In addition to working with students in their caseload, advisors will also respond to walk-in student needs, provide support to faculty advisors, and assist with undergraduate recruitment and retention initiatives. The position of advisor is a full-time (40 hour/week) position and limited evenings and/or weekend hours are expected.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Work collaboratively and effectively with other advisors, staff, and faculty in the School, utilizing evidence-based best practices for advising to increase student success.

Meet with students to advise them in matters pertaining to academic requirements and progression toward degree completion; proactively reach out to students to ensure they are meeting expectations; refer students to resources on campus as appropriate and ensure student issues are addressed efficiently and effectively; respond to student questions, including walk-ins, emails, phone, and videoconferencing, with a helpful attitude, correct information, and timeliness.

Provide backup for faculty advisors in the unit when faculty are not available or at the request of the school director.

Assist students and faculty advisors with University processes such as course substitutions, undergraduate exception requests, and graduation applications. Work with students as necessary to complete Academic Improvement Plans and Academic Clearance forms.

Coordinate and participate in undergraduate recruitment, orientation, and retention events and initiatives.

Engage in professional development and training to improve advising skills, including recognizing and supporting the needs of diverse student populations, and perform other duties as assigned.

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