CASAS Professional Advisor
| Company | Liberty University |
|---|---|
| Location | Lynchburg, VA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 1-2 years of professional experience in higher education or related field required for Level I.
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred for Level II.
- 3-5 years of professional experience in higher education or related field required for Level II.
- Master’s degree required for Level III.
- 5+ years of professional experience, with a minimum of 2 years as a Professional Advisor at Liberty University required for Level III.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information.
- Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
- Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Computer skills.
- Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
Responsibilities
- Provides academic advising and resources to students through one-on-one appointments, group advising sessions, walk-in office hours, email correspondence, and phone calls.
- Trains and equips students in using the Course Registration Tool (CRT), the Degree Completion Plan Audit (DCPA), and other academic tools available to support student success.
- Communicates knowledge and understanding of policies, procedures, and services provided on campus, (i.e., Registrar forms and processes, official complaint options, withdrawal policies, external scholarship opportunities, etc.)
- Contributes to increased student retention by participating in various proactive and outreach initiatives, such as new student and non-registered contact campaigns.
- Maintains communication with department liaisons about changes and policies within assigned Schools and departments.
- Supports cooperative initiatives provided by other University departments (i.e., recruiting events, career fairs, etc.)
- Performs any other academic advising or student support-related duties deemed necessary by CASAS leadership.
- Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
- Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree preferred for Level II.