The Academic Advisor, Discover+ will work within the office of Academic Affairs, in the area of policy and practice to help make a success of this significant initiative at Illinois Tech. They will be a programmatic advisor to students, faculty and staff to help with the implementation and success of the Discover+ program. They will liaise with academic departments to assist in the process of matriculation into degree programs. As an Academic Affairs advisor, this position will assist with student needs serviced by the department of Academic Affairs, but will specialize in Discover+ assistance.

This position will become familiar with all academic policies stated in (but not limited to) the Undergraduate Bulletin, Faculty Handbook and Student Handbook, as well as blanket substitutions for major and minor requirements from all major departments, and assist when needed, in the completion of daily work for the office for UG programs that are not formally part of Discover+. Daily work includes academic audits, final degree checkout, academic policy exceptions, responding to petitions via email and Degree Works requests, as well as answering phone calls and office emails.

More information on the Discover+ program can be found here: https://www.iit.edu/academics/programs/discover-plus


The salary range for this role is $45,000 – $50,000 and is commensurate with experience.

Bachelor's degree required. 2+ years of higher education experience is preferred. Experience in academic advising preferred.

Proficient with Microsoft Office. Experience with Ellucian Banner and Degree Works is strongly preferred.