Academic Advisor

Overview"Athletics Department":
Georgia State University is a Division I institution and member of the Sun Belt Conference. On a campus without boundaries, the Department of Athletics fosters a Culture of Success through Academic Achievement, Competitive Greatness, Ethical Behavior, Social Responsibility, and Community Engagement that educates and transforms a diverse group of talented student-athletes into future leaders. The Athletics Department at Georgia State University is seeking to hire an Academic Advisor I.

The Academic Advisor I will assist academic departments/units with verbal or written academic plans, advisement interpretation, and implementation of University policies and procedures in the areas of student enrollment and evaluation. What makes GSU a great place?

• Flexible work environment.
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

This position provides information and advises both enrolled and prospective students regarding the academic programs offered by the university or a specific department, including requirements for admission and retention through graduation. The Academic Advisor I should have thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Advisors at this level will use Banner but more importantly they understand how databases work then to have practical experience.

Duties and Responsibilities INCLUDE:

• Advise prospective and current students about academic requirements and selection of courses.
• Disseminates information on university policies and procedures to faculty, parents, students, etc.
• Monitors class academic progression and assign necessary tutoring.
• Maintains students’ files updated throughout their academic careers and make changes to records as necessary.
• Coordinates communications to students regarding course scheduling, core and major requirements, academic resources, etc.
• Refers students with academic discrepancies to proper officials for further action.
• Evaluates and determines transfer credits; researches course descriptions to determine transferability.
• Audits student records for curriculum, major, and graduation requirements.

• Conduct orientation sessions for groups of incoming students.
• Serve as liaison to University orientation activities.

• Monitor NCAA continuing eligibility throughout the year as it relates to assigned teams.
• Monitor and track the retention, progression and graduation of all students within assigned population.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Sr. Associate AD-Student Athlete Development

Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

College/Business Unit:
Athletics

Department:
Athletics

Location:
Atlanta Campus

Shift: 8:30am-5:15pm

Salary: $32,327 - $48,421

Pay Grade: 12

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Job Type:
Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting: 01/27/26, 8:11:36 AM

01/30/26, 11:59:00 PM

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume

Georgia State University Values: COMMUNITY; IDENTITY; PLACEMAKING & BELONGING; TRANSFORMATION — Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, and pursuing knowledge and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.

Please note, Georgia State University’s career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.