Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,000 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the region through professional leadership, innovative partnerships and community engagement.

Middle Georgia State University is seeking candidates for a Professional Advisor position. The position performs integrated academic advisement that supports student retention and graduation for prospective and current students by guiding the students through data informed decision processes. This is a continuous and consistent process, which is built upon the basis of accurate communication and consistent personal contacts between the advisor and advisee. This position requires some evenings and weekend work. Candidates will reside at one of the MGA campuses or be asked to cover several campuses, hence, travel to other campuses may be required.

Advising -

Assist and accurately guide students in defining and developing realistic educational career plans through academic schedule planning (mapping the curriculum) for each semester.
Advise students about academic policies, selection of a major including processing major change requests, course requirements, pre-requisites, grades, and graduation requirements.
Assist students in course selection and class registration.
Serve as a resource specialist to students in the implementation of academic advising services and support.
Assist with Enrollment Management in providing advising services at institutional events such as open house, orientation and call campaigns to increase enrollment.

Monitoring -
Monitor progress toward educational goals by meeting with students to discuss the proposed academic program, current grades, and other performance indicators.
Inform and refer students to other appropriate institutional resources such as Student Success Center, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs and Counseling Services.
Assist with data collection and data entry.
Use appropriate University systems to maintain appropriate student files, records, and advisor notes.

Other Duties -
Assist with contacting students including scheduling appointments, notification of meetings and special events.
Assist with the implementation of marketing strategies.
Understand and abide by student privacy regulations such as FERPA.
Participate in on-going professional development.
Participate with Advisor II and III on special projects or tasks as assigned/approved by supervisor.
Performs related duties as assigned or deemed necessary to meet the Academic Advising goals on any campus.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university

Other Required Qualifications
Must possess a valid driver's license

Experience in higher education, working knowledge of DegreeWorks

Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a post-secondary or professional advising position.

Knowledge of admission, registration and degree program requirements

Knowledge of academic standards governing the student population

Knowledge of student recruitment and retention principles

Knowledge of computer and job-related software programs

Skill in decision-making and problem solving

Skill in training and coordinating the work of related personnel

Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public

Skill in written and oral communication

This is a non-exempt (hourly paid) position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Parental Leave
• Retirement
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.