Academic Advisor

Job Profile Summary

Under general direction, the purpose of the job is to support students holistically following first term enrollment through graduation. Additionally, this job supports students with defining and clarifying their educational and career goals. Employees in this job classification utilize a case management approach in assessing students' academic levels, guiding students through the career exploration process and facilitating the development of academic plans. Analyzes transcript evaluations for entry and exit from the college. Assesses student needs and makes appropriate referrals for student support services. Maintains appropriate records. Performs related work as directed.

  

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred, preferably in Counseling, Social Work or Education.

Minimum Experience/Training:

• Six years of relevant experience with Bachelor's.

• Four years of relevant experience with Master's.

Essential Functions:

• Daily - 25%: Provides academic and career advising to students utilizing case management approach.  Provides holistic advising to include in-depth intake interviews, short and long term goal development, follow-up and outreach to students requiring additional support with clarifying their educational and career goals.

• Daily - 10%: Collaborates with administrators, faculty and staff in assigned pathways to support student success.  Resolves student issues and problems relating to advising such as curriculum and course prerequisites.

• Daily - 10%: Reviews transcripts to ensure eligibility for admission to a specific college or program including unofficial evaluation of transfer credits and applicability of academic credit to program requirements.

• Daily - 10%: Monitors and communicates with students in their assigned caseload for academic progress, success, retention, early alert referrals and to ensure deadlines are met for completing various coursework requirements, graduation and other specific program requirements.

• Daily - 5%: Assists with training and/or assisting new advisors with regard to college policy and regulations applicable to program requirements.

• Weekly - 5%: Conducts/facilitates career and group advising sessions for students in their assigned caseload as applicable.

• Quarterly - 5%: Identifies and delivers strategies for students to enhance the student experience and contribute to improved retention and graduation rates for Broward College students.  Collaborates with all areas of Broward College to support a positive, engaged student experience. Reviews caseload of students to determine if there are registration barriers (e.g. financial hold etc.) to the opening of each term’s registration period, communicates with students and departments as needed to resolve barriers prior to registration.

• Weekly - 5%: Facilitates students through the career exploration process using a variety of career assessment tools.  Facilitates the development of academic plans based on students’ educational and career goals using the applicable technology.

• Quarterly - 5%: Serves on college and campus committees, task forces, working groups. May serve as a Club advisor to a student organization club; serves as liaison to a campus academic department and assigned pathway. Serves on search committees.

• Daily - 10%: Responds to email/telephone inquiries from students, staff, faculty and administrators related to advising registration, graduation, transfer information and other BC policies and procedures.

• Weekly - 5%: Processes electronic transient forms through the FACTS.org system. Reviews student academic history to determine qualification for enrollment in requested transient course work in accordance with current BC policies.

• Daily - 5%: Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• In-depth functional knowledge and expertise in area of specialization and general knowledge of related areas in the College

• Ability to perform complex administrative analysis with only general supervision

• Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent coordination and communication skills used appropriately influence the decision-making of individuals and groups at all levels in the College

• Ability to plan and manage own work flow, priorities and results accomplishment

• Requires the ability to present and disseminate data to various levels

• Requires advanced knowledge of computerized systems and operating environments i.e. Microsoft Office Products and specialized computer systems

• Ability to interact and effectively communicate with employee and student populations

Our Culture – At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Broward College offers an exceptional benefits package, including, but not limited to:

• Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan
• Wellness Program
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Winter and Spring Break Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members

Job Title

Academic Advisor

  

Position Number

P0005670

    

Job Status

Full time Regular

    

Department

Central Student Services Advising

  

Location

Central Campus

    

Pay Grade

715

    

Salary

$52,900 - $62,158 (Salary commensurate with education and experience)

  

Work Shift

First Shift

   

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday/Weekends/Varies

   

Hours Per Week

40

   

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

   

Comments

To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application along with a resume and unofficial transcript(s) are required.

   

Designated Essential Personnel

No

   

FLSA Status

Exempt

   

Position Classification

Professional Technical Staff (PTS)

   

Special Instructions to Applicant:

For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email document to [email protected] or fax to 954-201-7612, stating clearly the position name(s) and position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.

**Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the “Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification” section of the application**

Please refer to link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents. https://www.broward.edu/jobs/_docs/tutorial_external_applicant_broward_college.pdf. 

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.

Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States.  You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

  

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at [email protected].

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.