Academic Advisor jobs in Washington

Academic Advisor advises university/college students in course and major selection, requirements for selected area of concentration, and post-college plans. Assists students in setting academic goals, course planning and career development. Being an Academic Advisor may work with individual students or groups. Requires a bachelor's degree in counseling or related field or its equivalent. Additionally, Academic Advisor typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Academic Advisor gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be an Academic Advisor typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Academic Advisor
  • Tacoma Community College
  • Tacoma, WA FULL_TIME
  • Priority Consideration Date: April 1, 2024
    Filling two vacant positions. 

    Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with nearby mountain ranges and Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating and camping. Tacoma, Washington has been ranked as one of the most livable cities in the country, due to the increasing career opportunities, cultural diversity and community engagement, just to name a few.  
     
    Tacoma Community College (TCC) was built on the ancestral territory of Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Puyallup and Squaxin Island Tribes. The 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty forcibly removed them to Reservations to make way for colonizers; we recognize the privilege of utilizing this land has come at a great cost. We honor the resilience of the Puyallup and Squaxin Island people, who still live here, defend their rights, and contribute greatly to the well-being of our community. Our institution aims to increase partnerships and community ties with the local indigenous populations. Moreover, TCC stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the Black community by further strengthening collaboration with the Black Student Union as well as community entities such as the Tacoma-Pierce County Black Collective, the Tacoma Urban League, and local black-owned businesses.   In addition, we strongly support the Stop Asian Hate movement and have an active Asian Pacific Islander Student Club as well as an Asian and Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Coalition. TCC is committed to developing more culturally responsive curricula by infusing and incorporating more educational content focused on the lives, experiences, and contributions of Native, Black, Asian, and other marginalized communities. We continually strive to become an anti-racist institution.
     
    We are specifically focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black/African- American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice-involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ community. To this end, TCC seeks applicants who:

    • Value intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching
    • Welcome difference and model respectful interaction with others
    • Recognize and honor the important role that diversity brings to an educational community
    • Are committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population
    • Are committed to teaching in a community college setting
    • Care deeply about student success 
    • Intentionally support and promote efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
    • Honor TCC’s mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities
    • Reflect the diversity of our community

    Position Summary
    The Academic Advisor works directly with students at Tacoma Community College to provide academic advising, initial career planning, and retention services designed to keep students enrolled in college and help them achieve their educational goals.

    Under the direction of the Director of Academic Advising, the Academic Advisor works within the College's advising center to assist all student populations with program exploration and selection, guides students on course selection, monitors progress towards the fulfillment of academic goals and requirements, creates individualized student graduation plans, and assists students with registering for classes. Advisors also provide information related to tuition and fees, financial aid, and appropriate academic course placement to ensure students have a successful start to their academic journey. Academic Advisors provide guidance toward determining a student’s academic interests and objectives while aiding them to develop long-range academic and career plans.
    • Provide proactive mandatory and intrusive advising with new and enrolled students regarding academic and technical programs, admission procedures, degree requirements and transfer requirements.
    • Assist with individualized educational planning with course placement based on math, reading and writing assessment, transfer credit evaluation, and eligibility for financial aid and other funding sources.
    • Review previous college transcripts, recommend transfer equivalencies and make appropriate course and schedule recommendations.
    • Assist with modifying and reevaluating a student’s academic plan as circumstances or goals change.
    • Maintain knowledge of academic program requirements to support a student’s exploration when they are undecided in choosing a program of study. 
    • Employ case management strategies that include documentation, summary notes, type of contact, and outcomes from student meetings. 
    • Monitor student progress in conjunction with faculty advisors to assess degree and graduation audit checklists, program-specific requirements for admission, transfer requirements to a 4-year institution and notify students of discrepancies that may need to be addressed. 
    • Resolve academic early alerts, received from faculty, to provide intervention and targeted support such as tutoring, access and disability accommodations, and communication with department chairs to address strategies for academic improvement and integrity.
    • Refer students to campus and community resources who need emergency funding, childcare services, mental health counseling, and assistance with basic needs.
    • Uphold and contribute toward the advising department’s operations to include, departmental goal setting, implementation of methods to evaluate and assess program effectiveness, and modification to policies and procedures to enhance the overall efficiency of the advising center.
    • Provide accurate interpretations of policies and procedures for students, parents and faculty. 
    • Maintain open professional communication and relationships with faculty, colleagues, and administrators to demonstrate how professional advising is essential to student success and persistence. 
    • Practice relational advising designed to build trust, ongoing communication and a sense of belonging where students feel acknowledged, listened to and valued. 
    • Provide support and advocacy for special student populations including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), first generation, low-income, undocumented, and/or foster youth.
    • Perform other related work as necessary. 
     Minimum Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. 
    • Experience working in an educational or similar related setting.
    • Advanced knowledge of and skills with technology including software programs for communication, data collection, and decision making including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel and integrated database applications (e.g. ctclink).
    • Ability to value diversity by recognizing personal biases, adapting to culturally diverse situations, and demonstrating a commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful interactions with persons of diverse ethnic, cultural, social-economic, or educational backgrounds.
    • Strong organizational and planning skills
    • Demonstrate a commitment to service-oriented characteristics including empathy, listening, and the development of personal growth of others.
    • Ability to model integrity through self-awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule.
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Experience providing professional advising or other related student services in an educational or similar setting.
    • A strong understanding of student development theory and appreciative advising.
    • Knowledge of college student services such as financial aid, admissions, registration, student life. 
    • Direct experience with training, teaching and delivering instruction to individuals, small groups and/or large audiences.
    • Ability to work with complex systems in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
    Conditions of Employment
    • Successful completion of a criminal history background check prior to employment.
    The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate
    • Excellent customer service skills: including building and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction and the ability to problem solve complex situations.
    • A commitment to inclusion, equity and ongoing learning of strategies for culturally responsive teaching and learning in the workplace.
    • Ethics, integrity and sound professional judgment.
    • Experience working with diverse populations in an educational setting.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills.
    • Develop productive working relationships with college faculty, staff, students, and community members. 
    •  Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and balance a heavy workload with competing priorities.
    • Commitment to professionalism and confidentiality.
    • Capacity to be self-directed and work independently and cooperatively in a team environment.
    • Ability to earn trust, respect, and confidence through consistent honesty, forthrightness, and professionalism in all interactions.
     
    Complete application packages must include the following:
    1. Tacoma Community College online application form.
    2. Resume and cover letter In your cover letter, describe how your background and experience align with the responsibilities for this position. 
    3. Copies of unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
    4. Diversity Statement: At TCC, we celebrate our diverse community, and we believe our people are our greatest asset. We stand for social justice, implement best practices to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion, and collaborate to dismantle systemic racism.   Please attach a statement (maximum 750 words) describing how you’ve demonstrated your commitment to diversity and social justice and how this will inform your work as an academic advisor. 
     
    Terms of Employment 
    This is a full-time professional position contracted on an annual basis. The salary is $59,138 - $59,138 annually. The work hours are Monday through Friday; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Flexibility in scheduling is required to meet the needs of the department. Degrees must be from accredited colleges or universities recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and verified by National Student Clearinghouse.  International degrees will be verified for U.S. equivalency.  A collective bargaining agreement exists and membership in the Washington Federation of State Employees or payment of a service fee is available anytime upon employment.  Washington State Legislature allocates funding for this position through the Guided Pathways programs. Employment is contingent upon continued state support.
     
    Tacoma Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Stephen Smith, Title VII and Title IX, Building 14, 253-566-5055; Kathryn Held, Section 504 Officer,  Building 7, 253-566-5328. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.   
     
    Tacoma Community College, Human Resources
    6501 S 19th St Bldg. 14, Tacoma WA  98466  
     www.tacomacc.edu/about/employment
     
     
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Workforce Education Academic Advisor
  • Seattle Community Colleges
  • Seattle, WA FULL_TIME
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Academic Advisor II
  • Saint Martin's University
  • Lacey, WA FULL_TIME
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Undergrad Academic Advisor
  • Seattle University
  • Seattle, WA FULL_TIME
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  • Lacey, WA FULL_TIME
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Student Academic Advisor
  • Charter College
  • Pasco, WA FULL_TIME
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Academic Advisor
  • Regent University
  • Virginia Beach, VA
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  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Academic Advisor
  • Lamar University
  • Beaumont, TX
  • About This Role: Lamar University is inviting applications for the academic advisor position within the Department of Un...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Academic Advisor
  • Indiana Wesleyan University
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Academic Advisor Job no: 493367 Work type: Administrative (Full Time) Location: Cincinnati, OH, Cleveland, OH, Dayton, O...
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Academic Advisor
  • The Catholic University of America
  • Washington, DC
  • Posting Title: Academic Advisor Overview: Provide academic advising to both face-to-face and online students (undergradu...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Academic Advisor
  • Bowie State University
  • Bowie, MD
  • Position Title: Academic Guidance Specialist I MUST HAVE MASTER'S DEGREE Supervisor: Academic Advising Director Pay: $26...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Academic Advisor
  • State of South Carolina
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • Salary: $43,700.00 Annually Location : York County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 2024066S Agency: Winthrop U...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Academic Advisor
  • Danville Community College
  • Danville, VA
  • Academic Advisor Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danvil...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Academic Advisor
  • University of Wisconsin-Stout
  • Menomonie, WI
  • JOB DETAILS: We welcome applications for an Academic Advisor who will engage students in decision making processes and p...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Washington (/ˈwɒʃɪŋtən/), officially the State of Washington, is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Washington is the northwestern-most state of the contiguous United States. It borders Idaho to the east, bounded mostly by the meridian running north from the confluence of the Snake River and Clearwater River (about 116°57' west), except for the southernmost section where the border follows the Snake River. Oregon is to the south, with the Columbia River forming the western part and the 46th parallel forming the eastern part of the Oregon-Washington border. To the wes...
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$51,268 to $65,212

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