Academic Advisor I
Florida Atlantic University
Administration
Boca Raton, FL, USA
USD 55k-55k / year
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Position Summary:
The College of Social Work and Criminal Justice at Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Academic Advisor I in Boca Raton, FL.
The immense faculty expertise and strong community partnerships within our two schools – the Phyllis & Harvey Sandler School of Social Work and the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice – produce graduates who are prepared to make a difference. Our alumni enter the fields of social work and criminal justice fully trained to analyze, implement and evaluate criminal justice and social welfare policies and practices; address discriminatory systems and processes; provide direct services to vulnerable populations; restore justice and promote equal access to care.
This position plays a vital role in that mission by providing comprehensive academic advising, degree planning, and guidance on university policies, procedures, and program requirements.
Summary of responsibilities:
Reinforce and support student degree progress, academic success, and retention, in alignment with the strategic priorities of the college and its ongoing commitment to student success.
Help create and sustain a positive environment in which all students have access to high-quality advising.
Assist all Social Work and Criminal Justice (SW-CJ) students through the academic process from initial contact to graduation.
Assist students with exploring and gathering information on University and College policies, procedures, and degree requirements.
Serve as an academic advisor in providing academic advising and program guidance to SW-CJ students.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge about the College’s programs and requirements.
Advise students about the courses and requirements for degree programs.
Inform students about possible consequences of academic decisions (e.g., adding, dropping, withdrawing, changing of major, repeated attempts).
Educate students about course planning and registration processes.
Make appropriate referrals to students perceived as at-risk and act as an advocate for student success.
Monitor student academic plans to provide timely, proactive outreach to ensure degree progression and timely graduation.
Direct students to the appropriate university office for assistance with concerns that do not fall within the purview of SW-CJ Advising Services.
Support Advising Services with student programming and special events.
Participate in student recruitment and orientation presentations.
Maintain college academic files for students in relevant college degree programs.
Recognize the importance of key performance indicators and work competently with available software and technology to facilitate timely and data-driven advising.
Work collaboratively with multiple units across the university.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
FAU Benefits and Perks
If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:
Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Sick Leave Pool Program.
Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php
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Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization required.Proficient with Microsoft Office applications required.
Customer Service/Teamwork/ Interpersonal Skills/ Diversity required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
Excellent organizational and time management skills required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Appreciative Advisor Certification.
Salary:
$55,000 annually.College or Department:
CSWCJ: Advising Services OperationsLocation:
Boca RatonWork Days and Hours:
Monday-Friday, with four days from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and one day 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.Application Deadline:
2026-05-29Special Instructions to Applicant:
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:Resume
Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.