Academic Advisor II

Georgia State University•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY’S SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH educates practitioners and thought leaders while engaging in research and outreach that promotes health equity and addresses urgent public health challenges. Our location in Atlanta, an internationally recognized hub of public health expertise, gives students practice opportunities at organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, local and state government agencies, and international non-governmental organizations. Members of our growing alumni network are making a difference across Georgia and beyond, working in state and federal agencies, nonprofits, and community organizations. Our faculty and staff are conducting research that promotes health equity and seeks to solve urgent challenges related to infectious and chronic diseases, tobacco prevention and control, and trauma and mental health. With a global reach and a commitment to equity, we are dedicated to promoting better health for everyone, everywhere. Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team. The Office of Academic Assistant & Career Services is seeking (1) Academic Advisor Officer II to join the already awesome team taking the School of Public Health to the next level of excellence! WHAT MAKES The University A GREAT PLACE? · Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc. · A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners. · Professional development opportunities and mentorship HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO The School of Public Health – Office of Academic Assistant & Career Services is seeking a full-time Academic Advisor II to: Support the BS in Public Health program. Responsibilities will include advising prospective and current students on academic requirements and course selection. Audits student records for curriculum, major, and graduation requirements. This position will be a liaison with the University Advisement Center, participate in mandatory advisement sessions, conduct INCEPT/NSO information sessions, and information sessions for prospective students. This position will interface with the Undergraduate Program Director regarding program structure, policies, and the 4+1 program. Advise and counsel current and prospective students on academic policies and curricular requirements. Assist current senior students in planning their course schedule. Maintains student files. Advisement of graduate students, as needed. Audits student records for curriculum, major, and graduation requirements. Acts as liaison to the Undergraduate Advisement Center and the Undergraduate Program Director. Conduct information sessions for prospective students, conduct advisement sessions at INCEPT for new students and participate in undergraduate events on campus. Provides reports on undergraduate student retention, progression, and graduation. Evaluate and determine transfer credits. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Responsibilities

Support the BS in Public Health program.
Advising prospective and current students on academic requirements and course selection.
Audits student records for curriculum, major, and graduation requirements.
Liaison with the University Advisement Center
Participate in mandatory advisement sessions
Conduct INCEPT/NSO information sessions
Conduct information sessions for prospective students
Interface with the Undergraduate Program Director regarding program structure, policies, and the 4+1 program.
Advise and counsel current and prospective students on academic policies and curricular requirements.
Assist current senior students in planning their course schedule.
Maintains student files.
Advisement of graduate students, as needed.
Acts as liaison to the Undergraduate Advisement Center and the Undergraduate Program Director.
Participate in undergraduate events on campus.
Provides reports on undergraduate student retention, progression, and graduation.
Evaluate and determine transfer credits.
Performs other duties as assigned.