Job Description

Department

ACADEMIC SUPPORT (NW-ACSP-IUNWA)

Job Summary

The Academic Advisor is responsible for providing high-quality academic and developmental advising to undergraduate and/or graduate students. The role includes developing and implementing strategies to support student performance, retention, and graduation, in alignment with the university's educational mission.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Assists students in exploring academic interests, assessing strengths, and designing an informed academic path that supports their career goals
• Guides students in understanding relevant Indiana University (IU) policies related to academic progress, enrollment, and graduation
• Provides academic counseling for students pursuing or considering majors, minors, or certificates
• Explains curricular requirements and relevant school and campus policies
• Meets with students in group and individual sessions to support planning of academic programs consistent with educational goals and degree requirements
• Assists students in evaluating interests, values, and academic skills to make informed decisions regarding major selection, career direction, or graduate study
• Teaches students to navigate university systems, academic processes, and policies
• Promotes accountability and informed decision-making in academic planning
• Connects students to relevant campus resources, including academic support services, placement programs, internships, and study abroad opportunities
• Monitors students' academic progress; maintains confidential advising records; documents advising discussions; communicates relevant information to students and appropriate academic offices
• Represents academic advising at campus meetings, student events, and recruitment programs
• Assists in developing advising materials for student outreach

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree

Preferred

• Master's degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred

• Experience in student affairs, teaching, academic advising, or a related field

SKILLS

Required

• Strong time-management and priority-setting abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrates commitment to quality and professionalism
• Flexibility to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Working Conditions / Demands

The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.

Work Location

IU Northwest campus

Gary, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$21.64 per hour

Work Hours

Maximum of 25 hours per week

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Employee

Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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