Academic Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Atlanta, Georgia, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Title: Academic Advisor I (Hybrid)
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 276148
About Us

Georgia Tech is renowned for its cutting-edge resources, collaborative environment, and a commitment to fostering a diverse academic community. We encourage candidates whose values resonate with our institutional mission, emphasizing academic excellence, diversity, innovation, collaboration, and ethical stewardship. Our policies support a healthy work-life balance, recognizing the dual career needs of faculty.

Institution Overview
Georgia Tech stands as a leading public research university located in a vibrant urban setting, serving over 45,000 students across various top-tier programs. Our faculty have secured significant research funding, contributing to advancements in numerous fields, and the Institute ranks among the top universities for research expenditure.

Mission and Values
Our mission is to cultivate leaders who leverage technology to enhance human welfare. We uphold nine core values:
1. Prioritizing students.
2. Pursuing excellence.
3. Embracing diversity.
4. Fostering collaboration.
5. Encouraging innovation.
6. Upholding freedom of inquiry.
7. Supporting community wellbeing.
8. Acting ethically.
9. Practicing responsible stewardship.

In the coming years, Georgia Tech aims to exemplify inclusive innovation, addressing significant challenges while making technology accessible and nurturing principled leaders from diverse backgrounds.

Job Summary

The role involves providing guidance and support to undergraduate and graduate students regarding their academic journeys. Responsibilities include maintaining student records and engaging with various stakeholders such as students, parents, faculty, and the public.

Key Responsibilities

1. Student Consultation:
Engage with students to address inquiries related to their academic programs, including requirements, registration, and policy clarifications.

2. Records Management:
Conduct reference searches and manage records in response to student queries.

3. Faculty Support:
Assist faculty with administrative matters related to students.

4. Reporting:
Compile assessment reports and maintain relevant student records and databases.

5. Curriculum Review:
Process curriculum-related actions as necessary.

6. Collaboration:
Work with other academic units on joint programs.

7. Event Coordination:
Organize and manage student events as needed.

8. Additional Duties:
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:
Three to four years of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

Ability to engage effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and proficiency in specialized software applications.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

This position requires an understanding of university-level academic program requirements and administrative processes, alongside strong communication skills and basic computer proficiency.

Core Values

The University System of Georgia upholds values of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect, which guide our organizational practices.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Georgia Southern University is dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce to enhance the academic environment and support a varied student body.

This is a non-supervisory role with no financial responsibilities or travel requirements.



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