College Advisor

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number SF2619P

Position Title College Advisor

Position Type Professional/Salaried

Department Enrollment, Retention, and Student Success - Troy

Division Academic Affairs

Campus Troy

Work Status Full-Time (FT)

Temporary No

Location Troy - T01

Job Summary The College Advisor is responsible for providing academic advising and student-success support to undergraduate students within an assigned academic college. The position monitors student progress, identifies academic challenges, and provides timely intervention and referrals to support student retention, progression, and degree completion. The College Advisor works closely with students, faculty, department chairs, deans, and University support services to provide a coordinated advising experience and serves as an advocate for student needs and concerns.

PLEASE NOTE: This position is funded by external sponsor agency. Troy University is under no obligation to maintain this position if funding from external source is reduced or ceased.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
2. One (1) year of experience in academic advising, counseling, or a related field, OR three (3) years of experience working in student services or related academic functions.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
4. High level of organizational and problem-solving skills.

3. Proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? Driving may be necessary but is not a primary responsibility

Work Hours Standard office hours, 40 hours per week.

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position N/A

Does this position have supervisory responsibility? No

Posting Date 10/29/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link https://www.troyuniversityjobs.com/postings/48828

Reference Letters

Reference Letters

Solicit References Through the System? No

Last Day a Reference Provider Can Submit Reference

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