Posting Details
Position Information
Ball State is a great place to work! In fact, Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana.
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Position Title
Academic Advisor
About this Opportunity
Ball State’s University College welcomes applications for Academic Advisors.
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay. The salary for this opportunity is $45,000.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions.
- Affordable Healthcare
- Retirement
- Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development
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FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Academic Advisors within University College at Ball State University strive to empower and inspire students to develop a meaningful academic experience using the array of high-quality opportunities and educational tools provided by the university to become impactful leaders in their academic field and community. Utilizing a student-centered approach, academic advisors are dedicated to teaching students how to successfully access academic information and connect to crucial resources as well as equipping them with the skills necessary to develop a high-quality educational experience and achieve timely graduation.
This position will provide comprehensive and proactive academic advising, promote student success strategies, and guide students in understanding their degree requirements, academic policies, university procedures, and the university resources available to make informed decisions regarding their degree program.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university by date of employment.
Minimum Experience
Experience in academic advising, student services, counseling, or related field.
Minimum Other
Ability to work with faculty, administration, and undergraduate students; ability to work in a collaborative environment and work independently; sensitivity to the needs of a diverse student population, interpersonal/human relations skills; ability to encourage and empower students to make their own decisions; ability to act as an advocate for both the student and the university; ability to identify students’ needs for support services in order to make appropriate referrals; ability to maintain confidentiality.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university by date of employment.
Preferred Experience
Academic advising experience; student affairs experience; familiarity with Ball State curriculum; familiarity with Banner, Stellic, and EAB Navigate.
Preferred Other
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
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Department
Ofc of Vice Provost Student Success & Dean of University College:170040
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
advising@bsu.edu or 765-285-1161
Duties & Responsibilities
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Job Duty
Provide proactive advising to an assigned caseload of approximately 300 students to provide information and guidance on academic-related issues such as course planning and registration, degree requirements, and academic progress.
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Provide support to students by creating and maintaining personalized four-year degree plans as mandated by the State of Indiana; train students to interpret the degree audit and use Self-Service Banner ( SSB ).
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Promote strategies for success with students including time management, study tips, and participation in tutoring and supplemental instruction sessions; conduct proactive/intrusive outreach to high support students; provide additional intervention with assigned students on in the process of academic warning.
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Participate in appropriate admissions and orientation events; assist new transfer students and collaborate with academic departments as necessary.
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Job Duty
Participate in unit specific and campus-wide retention and student success initiatives.
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Job Duty
Assist students in exploring career/major options and the use of related campus services; assist students in the selection of alternative and/or complementary major/minor programs.
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Job Duty
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of university academic programs, requirements, policies, and procedures as outlined in academic postings, the Undergraduate Catalog, the Student Success Handbook, and other resources.
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Create reports related to student advisee caseloads as directed by academic advising leadership.
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Assist students in understanding the philosophical purpose and requirements of the University Core Curriculum ( UCC ).
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Job Duty
Communicate with academic departments regarding curriculum and advising services as appropriate.
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Serve as a referral agent to other university resources and services.
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Represent Academic Advising through service on university committees and participation in campus events; participate in professional development activities.
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Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202501714P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
05/12/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
04/016/2025
Applications Accepted Through Date
04/21/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Master’s Transcripts
- Advising Philosophy Statement