The University Advising Center’s Exploratory Advisor provides prescriptive academic advising to students in transition, particularly those changing or declaring their major, to facilitate intentional academic decision-making. Exploratory Advisors have a working knowledge of all college curricula (i.e. 140 majors and concentrations), major-change policies and procedures for all 11 academiccolleges/schools) and must communicate regularly with campus partners. In addition, this position must maintain an average advising schedule of 30 hours per week, participate in on-going training, conduct various outreach efforts, and regularly assess the effectiveness of Exploratory Advising programs. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires a Master’s degree in a job related field and 1 year of job related experience, OR Bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 years of job related experience. Required Certification, Licensure/ Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Masters degree and 2 years advising experience or an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience. Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities The position requires strong critical thinking, memorization, attention to detail, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently while developing strong collaborative relationships with colleagues, students, and student affairs and academic affairs units. The individual must be able to exercise excellent professional judgment and discretion, making decisions on a regular basis that impact student welfare and the institution. Job Duties Job Duty Exploratory Advising/ Major Change: Provide Exploratory Advising to undergraduate students interested in changing majors. Learn curriculum and program requirements for all majors/minors/focus options at USC-Columbia including academic regulations, university policies/procedures. Support undecided students and students transitioning into their major of choice. Assist students with learning major and course requirements and developing academic plans. Use Degree. Works, CRM Advise, and Self-Service Carolina to facilitate the major change process. Incorporate Appreciative Advising techniques in student interactions. Evening work is required during peak advising times. Other duties as assigned. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 70 Job Duty Documentation and Assessment: Maintain accurate and confidential records of every student interaction including in-person, phone, and online visits. Regularly communicate with students. Develop reports and assist in the assessment of the University Advising Center. Assist with the planning and facilitation of training and professional development activities. Develop expertise in areas related to one-on-one academic support of college students. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Outreach: Provide outreach and partnership management for the University Advising Center and the academic advising campus community. Manage existing and new academic and campus partnerships. Facilitate academic success presentations and workshops to various campus partners. Serve as UAC representative on campus committees and outreach events as needed. Weekend work may be required. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Training and Certification: Exploratory Advisors participate in ongoing training to ensure accurate and effective advising, knowledge of current issues and trends related to students’ academic success and retention. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: certification at Level I and II in the Academic Advisor training and Certification program provided by the University Advising Center, participation in UAC trainings, and completed mastery rubrics for Tier I Exploratory Advisors Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 05/08/2026 Job Close Date 06/22/2026 Open Until Filled No