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Old Dominion University Graduate Academic Advisor (3 available positions) in Norfolk, Virginia
Posting Details
Job Title Graduate Academic Advisor (3 available positions)
Department GRADUATE SCHOOL
Position Number FP080A, FP086A, FP081A
Location Norfolk, VA
Job Summary
The Graduate Academic Advisor provides comprehensive academic advising to students enrolled in the assigned colleges, supporting them in developing educational goals and taking the necessary steps to achieve timely degree completion. Serving as an expert on Old Dominion University’s graduate degree requirements, the advisor meets with a diverse student population individually and in groups to guide course selection and registration, resolve academic or administrative issues, explore educational and career pathways, and connect students with appropriate campus resources. The advisor monitors academic progress, conducts individualized outreach to students experiencing academic difficulty, implements data‑driven retention initiatives, and maintains accurate advising records while adhering to Graduate School and university policies. Additionally, this role supports student success initiatives by participating in campus events, orientations, and programming; engages in ongoing training and professional development; collaborates with faculty and campus partners; contributes to professional organizations such as NACADA ; and performs other duties as assigned by the Dean of the Graduate School.
Position Type FullTime
Type of Recruitment General Public
Minimum Qualifications
Masters Degree preferably in Higher Education, Counseling or a field of study related to the specific college advising center
Basic knowledge of advising theories and best practices
Basic ability to work with a diverse population of students, faculty, and administrators
Considerable interpersonal skills
Considerable written communication skills
Basic comfortability utilizing technology
Comprehensive empathy, flexibility, and a growth mindset
Basic ability to work independently and cooperatively
Basic knowledge of and commitment to higher education policies and procedures, including FERPA
Experience working with undergraduate and graduate students
Previous experience preferred in academic advising, coaching, or related higher education student services
Preferred Qualifications
Conditions of Employment
Job Open Date 02/20/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Application Review Date 03/09/2026
Job Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required
There are multiple positions available.
Criminal Background Check
Department Information
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
ODU Statement
Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.
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