Academic Advisor

Posting Number : PG194145EP

Internal Recruitment :

Working Title :

Academic Advisor

Anticipated Hiring Range :

50,000 - $52,000

Work Schedule :

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, with hybrid schedule option; must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends

Job Location : Raleigh, NC

Department :

Center for Academic, Career and Student Services (ACSS)

About the Department :

Over the past 125 years, the Wilson College of Textiles has developed a reputation for exceptional education, innovative research and productive industry partnerships. While we take pride in that legacy, we continue to set higher standards and new goals.

That means establishing sustainability as the foundation of everything we do. It means updating the cutting edge technology used in our state-of-the-art labs and studios. It means a commitment to a welcoming and supportive culture. Put simply, it means using our textiles expertise to improve quality of life for everyone.

We produce leaders who make a difference both at home in North Carolina and across the world. Students land top jobs in manufacturing, fashion, athletics, research, medicine, academia and more. Our faculty count the CDC, DOD and NSF as regular research partners.

The Wilson College provides both the community feel of a small college and the resources of NC State University, a leading land-grant public research institution and recognized as one of the best employers in the state. Not to mention, it’s located in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, which is consistently listed in U.S. News and World Report’s best American cities to live in.

At NC State, our employee value proposition aims to create an ecosystem of meaningful work opportunities that align with Wolfpack 2030 : Powering the Extraordinary , NC State’s strategic plan. We strive to provide an accepting and dynamic culture, opportunities for personal growth and professional development, and programs to support your busy life. Simply put, we want you to achieve your highest potential at work.

If you’re a world-class applicant with a passion for higher education and a commitment to affecting positive change locally and globally, apply to become a part of our hyper-collaborative Wolfpack where everyone belongs .

The Center for Academic, Career and Student Services (ACSS) in the Wilson College of Textiles supports students through all stages of their NC State journey. Exploration events, pre-college programs and individual visits are a few of the opportunities that ACSS provides for prospective students and their families to learn more about Wilson College. Current students receive support from the exceptional ACSS staff through academic advising, career services, scholarships, student engagement and peer tutoring. Stop by the center in suite 2418 for more information about how ACSS can support you.

Essential Job Duties :

The Academic Advisor will provide exceptional and proactive advising to current and prospective Textiles students based on a developmental philosophy of advising following NACADA standards. They will maintain an advising caseload of approximately 130-150 students. They will also teach assigned sections of T 101, a first year experience course offered fall and spring.

Additional responsibilities will include :

• Assist with ACSS events such as New Student Orientation, Open House, Scholarship Interview Weekend, Graduation, information sessions, etc.
• Support and advise students toward participation in high impact experiences, such as study abroad, undergraduate research, internships, etc.
• Coordinate various advising-related initiatives or programs for current or prospective Textiles students
• Participate in ongoing professional development related to advising and remain informed on degree requirements and university policies
• Support the Associate Director of Academic Services in other areas related to academic advising and student support
• Serve on various college and / or university committees

Other Responsibilities :

Minimum Education and Experience :

Other Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Required License(s) or Certification(s) :

Valid NC Driver's License required :

Commercial Driver's License required :

Job Open Date :

06 / 12 / 2025

Anticipated Close Date :

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Please upload the most recent copy of your resume along with a cover letter and contact information for 3 references.

Position Number : 00111499

Position Type : EPS / SAAO

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours / week) :

Appointment :

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather :

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events :

Mandatory - Fire / Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations / Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities / Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence / Terrorism / Interpersonal Emergencies

Department ID :

182301 - Academic Programs

EEO :

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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