Unit Academic Advisor

Posting Details

Position Information

• Position Title: Unit Academic Advisor
• Unit: Academic Advisor
• Division: College of Business
• Department: Business Admin
• Number of hours per week: 37.5
• Days to be worked: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
• Months per year: Fiscal 12 months
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Campus: Main Campus
• Position Number: 080520
• Advertised Salary: Pay Basis Monthly

Job Description Tennessee State University College of Business invites applications for the position of Unit Academic Advisor.

The Undergraduate Academic Advisor in the College of Business provides essential support to students by guiding them in course selection and monitoring their academic progress to ensure they meet graduation requirements.

This role includes:

• Individual and group advising
• Developing academic plans
• Conducting workshops on resources and career development
• Collaborating with faculty and staff to enhance the student experience and support retention initiatives

Additionally, the advisor:

• Designs and manages student databases
• Collects statistical data for analysis and reporting
• Provides general support to faculty and the Office of the Dean
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations, including students, faculty, and staff.
• Proficient in using student information systems and other relevant software.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Knowledge

• Understanding of academic programs and policies in higher education.
• Familiarity with academic advising models and best practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in business or a related field.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in academic advising, counseling, or related roles in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in business or a related field.
• Experience in student success or retention initiatives.
• Knowledge of career services and internship opportunities for business students.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.
• Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree, and/or certification must be presented upon hire.
• An unofficial transcript may be attached in the "Transcript" section.
• You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Dates

• Open Date: 03/20/2026
• Close Date: 04/03/2026

Job Category: Administrative/Professional Requisition Number: Benefits

Benefits Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave, vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans, and more.

Quick Link:https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/10517

Reference Letter

• Minimum References Required: 2
• Recommendation Deadline:

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents:
• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1
• Optional Documents:
• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3