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Academic Advisor I/II (Columbia)

Moberly Area Community College · United States
Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full time
Reference
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Posted Sep 08, 2026

About the role

Academic Advisor I/II (Columbia)

Location

MACC-Columbia, 601 Business Loop 70 West Suite 216, Columbia, MO

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

FY24-088

Department

Student Affairs

Opening Date

01/07/2025

  • Description
  • Benefits
    • Description

    The Academic Advisor provides fundamental academic advising to students in understanding degree requirements, course selection, and college policies. This position proactively orients students regarding admissions, placement testing, registration processes, policies, procedures, resources, and degree/certificate programs. The Academic Advisor collaborates with retention teams and actively monitors academic progress, conducts routine check-ins, and addresses academic concerns.

    This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position covered by the Public School Retirement System of Missouri (PSRS). MACC offers additional benefits including dependent health, life, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, accident, critical illness and other insurance options; sick leave, and vacation.

    All candidates must submit a completed online application at our website: https: // www. macc.edu/jobs/

    A cover letter, resume, transcripts, and any other relevant documents should be uploaded with the application. Review of applications will begin immediately.

    Qualifications

    A bachelor's degree is required; a master's degree is preferred. Experience in higher education and academic advising is preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational and management skills, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail are required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. Computer literacy is required; experience with database applications is preferred. The position requires minimal work in the evenings and on weekends. The position may require travel, including overnight travel for professional development.

    Level I - Bachelor's degree

    Level II - Master's degree and 1-3 years of experience in a related position or bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in a related position

    Job Responsibilities

    The Academic Advisor shall perform the following essential tasks/responsibilities:

  • Provide academic advising services to help students understand degree requirements, course selection, and institutional policies while assisting with career exploration, transfer planning, and semester-by-semester academic plans.
  • Conduct degree audits, assist with graduation applications, and maintain accurate records of advising sessions.
  • Support students in understanding admissions, placement testing, registration processes, and available resources.
  • Monitor academic progress by reviewing records and placement test results, identifying at-risk students, and connecting them to appropriate resources.
  • Develop detailed academic plans to support student success while maintaining accurate documentation to inform retention strategies.
  • Provide information on and refer students to academic and non-academic support services.
  • Utilize advising tools to track student progress, collect data, and address trends impacting retention while performing other duties as assigned to support student success.
  • Level II Academic Advisors have additional responsibilities for training and mentoring new Academic Advisors.

    • Related tasks/responsibilities (as appropriate):

  • Participate in recruitment events, campus tours, and informational sessions for prospective and new students.
  • Plan, organize, and contribute to college activities and student organizations.
  • Provide information about financial aid processes, tuition rates, payment plans, deadlines, and refund policies and refer students to appropriate personnel for specialized assistance when necessary.
  • Work with instructors on presentations related to degree plans.
  • Assist with various administrative tasks, including transcripts, placement testing, and updates to student records.
  • Stay informed about institutional policies and program changes through ongoing training.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

    • A list of all benefits offered for full-time employees can be viewed at this webpage: https: // www. macc.edu/employment/macc-benefits

    Employer

    Moberly Area Community College (MO)

    Address

     101 S. College Avenue

    Moberly, Missouri, 65270

    Phone

     660-263-4100

    Website

     https:// www. macc.edu

    How to apply

    Read the full posting, then apply through the employer's own site. Applications are handled by the institution, not by AcademicGates.

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