Academic Advisor

Department: Col of Humanities and Soc Science

Classification: GMU Worker

Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Job Type: Part-Time

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The George Mason University School of Integrative Studies (SIS) is committed to integrating interdisciplinary knowledge with lifelong learning by offering experiential, hands-on learning that connects the classroom to the world. Our academic advisors engage students in understanding and applying university and school programs and services, requirements, policies and procedures. They evaluate students' academic progress, provides guidance in determining students' academic interests and objectives, and aides them to develop long-range academic and career plans. Learn more at integrative.gmu.edu.

About the Position:

The primary purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive academic advising to SIS students. The academic advisor supports student success by guiding course selection, degree planning, and university policies, while fostering engagement and retention. This role also involves collaborating with faculty, staff, and university offices to ensure a high-quality advising experience aligned with the school’s academic goals and student support mission.

Some evening hours will be required for certain recruitment events.

Please note, this is not a 100% remote/virtual position, however it is telework friendly.

Responsibilities:

Student Interaction:

• Provides in-person and virtual academic advising in individual appointments, group events or presentations, and tabling, for current and aspiring SIS students on such topics as major or minor choice, curriculum selection, and other academic-related areas; and
• Understands and implements proper use of rules and procedures concerning confidentiality. 

Database Management:

• Inputs individual student contact information into Patriot Connect (Salesforce) database to provide immediate access for other advisors and consistent advising information for students;
• Writes appropriate notes summarizing important information concerning the contacts;
• Utilizes the Patriot Connect (Salesforce) database to create and/or participates in campaigns for targeted outreach to select students;
• Manages availability within the Student Scheduler in Patriot Connect and Microsoft Outlook to enhance the student experience for scheduling appointments;
• Utilizes Patriot Connect database and Mason Degree Audit to assist with Mason's retention efforts; and
• Researches, responds to, and logs student inquiries by email.

Processes:

• Maintains student records utilizing Patriot Connect (Salesforce);
• Maintains open professional communication with faculty and administrators to share information and align academic services with the school's mission;
• Provides accurate interpretations of policies and procedures for students, parents, and faculty;
• Assists with processing of graduation audits, notifies students of discrepancies, and follows up with them on options; and
• Assists with updates to orientation materials each semester. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills;
• Relationship skills, team work, and collaboration; and
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in related field;
• Academic advising experience or relevant higher education experience;
• Demonstrated work experience in academia; and
• Working knowledge of student record databases.

Instructions to Applicants: 

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Academic Advisor at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume for review.

Posting Open Date:  January 21, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by:  February 6, 2026

Open Until Filled:  Yes