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ACADEMIC ADVISOR - DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
One of the country’s most selective public research universities, Clemson University serves a uniquely driven and highly accomplished student body.
Ranked consistently as one of the best national public university by U.S.News & World Report, Clemson is a science- and engineering-oriented college dedicated to teaching, research and service. Founded in 1889, we remain committed both to world-class research and a high quality of life. In fact, 91 percent of our seniors say they’d pick Clemson again if they had it to do over.
Clemson’s retention and graduation rates rank among the highest in the country for public universities. We’ve been named among the best values by Kiplinger magazine in 2013, and SmartMoney in 2012 ranked us No. 7 in student return on investment.
Our beautiful college campus sits on 1,400 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the shores of Hartwell Lake. But we also have research facilities and economic development hubs throughout the state of South Carolina — in Greenville, Greenwood, Columbia and Charleston.
WELCOME TO CLEMSON!
Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?
One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.
Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.
So,... are you ready?
JOB SUMMARY:
Serve as academic advisor for students in the Department of Biological Sciences. Assist faculty and staff advisors in management of the advising center. Performs other duties as assigned.
JOB DUTIES:
65% - Essential - Student Advising:
Advise and counsel undergraduate students concerning degree progress, scheduling conflicts, course selection and registration, and academic standing. Work with students to develop a program leading to a timely graduation while directing them toward their chosen career paths. Prepare and coordinate academic forms and conduct analysis of degree progress for graduation. Prepare, administer, and document materials for advising and registration. Refer students to appropriate campus resources/services as needed.
20% - Essential - Student Recruitment & Orientation:
Assist in the recruitment and advising of potential and accepted students, providing them with information regarding courses, transfer credit evaluation, degrees, and other departmental information. Participates in departmental/college recruiting and retention activities and contributes to recruitment/retention strategy development and implementation. Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of spring & summer new student orientation sessions.
10% - Essential - Academic and Student Support Services:
Advise and assist students planning to change their major to biological sciences and microbiology. Work with faculty and staff in the department to recommend and insert edits into the Undergraduate Handbook. Identify barriers within academic advising and curricula, and present information to advising director.
5% - Essential - Perform other advising-related duties, complete special projects, serve on committees, and attend events as requested by the Supervisor or Department Chair.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's Degree and experience in student services programs
Work Experience 1+ years
RESPONSIBILITIES
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
80% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
15% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision
WORKING CONDITIONS:
No Work Conditions
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hours: 37.5
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
Anticipated Salary Range: $39,000 - $50,125
Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL
Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.
JOB LOCATION:
Clemson, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
May 1, 2025 at 11:59 pm EST
MILITARY AND VETERAN:
MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.