SUBR | Interdisciplinary Studies Academic Advisor (Part-Time)

SUBR | SUBR | Interdisciplinary Studies Academic Advisor (Part-Time) | Position: Part-Time | Salary Range: $20 - $28 per hour | Application Deadline: January 30, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Interdisciplinary Studies Part-Time Academic advisors work collaboratively with other advisors, the Interdisciplinary Studies Director, department chairs, university staff, and other campus colleagues to support incoming and continuing students, both campus-based and online. The primary role will be to assist with recruitment, advising, and monitoring students by helping them understand curriculum requirements, university policies and procedures, and the successful path to degree completion. Responsibilities may include outreach to current students, using university resources to find students, and providing data, records, and reports upon request from supervisors. Part-time advisors report to the Interdisciplinary Studies Program Director.

JOB DUTIES:

• Provides academic advisement to Interdisciplinary Studies students. Advises on course selection, registration, academic planning, career and educational goal setting, appropriate resources, transitioning to the university, and retention issues. Work collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Studies Director, Department Chairs, College Deans, the Registrar’s Office, Admissions Office, Student Affairs, and Academic Affairs to support student success.
• Utilize advising tools and strategies, campus resources, and relevant updates to facilitate student success.
• Other duties as assigned by the Interdisciplinary Studies Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Two or more years of experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in counseling, education, psychology, or a related field. 
• Four or more years of experience
• Background working in a college setting.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants must complete a Southern University employment application.

External applicants can apply here.

Current Southern University employees should apply here.

APPLICATIONS SHOULD INCLUDE:

• A cover letter detailing experience and alignment with the role.
• A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume highlighting expertise and accomplishments.
• Three (3) professional letters of recommendation.

A criminal background check and reference verification are required.

AAP/EEO Statement

In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal, state, and local laws, Southern University and A&M College forbids discriminating or harassing conduct that is based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in Uniformed Services, and all other categories protected by applicable state and federal laws. This commitment applies to but is not limited to decisions made concerning hiring and promotion, the administration of educational programs and policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other college-administered programs. Discriminatory acts of any kind are strictly forbidden.