Educational Advisor - College of Education

Evaluate educational credentials to determine academic needs relevant to applicable program requirements; Communicate and confer with Graduate Admissions and with Program Director and Registration Manager on student status and resolution of any problems; Monitor student progress during the onboarding process and counsel students accordingly; Register students for their first semester of coursework, making updates as necessary to align to licensure objectives and requirements; Coordinate, manage, and implement orientation programs for all incoming candidates in collaboration with Graduate Admissions; Manage and maintain various project management databases (Access student database, Excel student database, textbook database, Enrollment Tracker, Enrollment Projection system); Manage information tracking for SACSCOC Continuous Improvement Plan (CIP) and be able to produce defined reports as needed (CIP data); Prepare written correspondence and reports as needed; Create and maintain student files; Provide clear and concise communication to incoming candidates and faculty; Transition candidates from non-degree to MED/Ed.S. programs and manage candidates who become degree-seeking through completion of that process, including appropriate and required forms; Initiate and track licensure paperwork with the state; Manage databases for state and national reports; Advise students regarding class registration per cohort group (class titles, faculty assignment, etc.) per semester; Provide continued registration process assistance where needed; Recommend and monitor appropriate tuition discounts; Liaise among staff, faculty, Directors, Dean, or other administrative offices and candidates; and Advise and counsel enrolled students with a high level of service to promote student retention; Evaluate, propose, and implement modifications to the student onboarding process, as needed.

Salary: $45,000-$45,900