1

Weekend Academic Advisor Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

Academic Advisor II

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$50K - $62K/yr

Academic Advisor II College of Arts & Sciences Academic Assistance The College of Arts & Sciences at Georgia State University is transforming lives through our research advances, career-empowering ...

Academic Advisor I Enrollment Services University Advisement Center The University Advisement Center is seeking to recruit multiple Academic Advisor I positions to conduct individual and group ...

Academic Advisor II

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$40K - $49K/yr

May provide work direction to Academic Advisor Is and administrative support staff. This position will interact on a consistent basis with: students, parents and faculty, staff. This position ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Weekend Academic Advisor information

See Georgia salary details

$24.5K

$40.1K

$54.5K

How much do weekend academic advisor jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend academic advisor in Georgia is $40,069.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,500.00 and $43,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Academic Advisor vs Weekend Academic Counselor?

AspectWeekend Academic AdvisorWeekend Academic Counselor
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in education, counseling, or related fieldBachelor's or master's degree in counseling, psychology, or education
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, student support centersEducational institutions, student support services
Employer & Industry UsageColleges, universities, online education providersColleges, universities, community colleges
Common Search & ComparisonFrequently compared for advising roles in educationOften compared for counseling and student support positions

The main difference is that Weekend Academic Advisors focus on guiding students academically and providing support related to coursework, while Weekend Academic Counselors typically offer more in-depth counseling services addressing personal or emotional issues affecting academic performance. Both roles require relevant educational credentials and are common in educational settings, but their focus and scope differ slightly.

What are the most commonly searched types of Academic Advisor jobs in Georgia? The most popular types of Academic Advisor jobs in Georgia are:
What are popular job titles related to Weekend Academic Advisor jobs in Georgia? For Weekend Academic Advisor jobs in Georgia, the most frequently searched job titles are:
What cities in Georgia are hiring for Weekend Academic Advisor jobs? Cities in Georgia with the most Weekend Academic Advisor job openings:
Infographic showing various Weekend Academic Advisor job openings in Georgia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, 36% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 28% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,069 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

$50K - $62K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 7 days ago


Georgia State University rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

285th of 612 rated colleges and universities


Job description

Description:
Academic Advisor II
College of Arts & Sciences
Academic Assistance
The College of Arts & Sciences at Georgia State University is transforming lives through our research advances, career-empowering teaching, and work with community partners in Atlanta and around the globe. As the largest college on the Atlanta Campus, the College of Arts and Sciences is home to more than 15,000 students, 550 faculty, and 300 staff members. Our faculty teach the core curriculum courses that serve as the foundation of nearly every student's university education.
These are exciting times at The College of Arts and Sciences at Georgia State University. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.
The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking to hire an experienced Academic Advisor II.
WHAT MAKES College of Arts & Science A GREAT PLACE?
  • Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc
  • A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners
  • Professional development opportunity and mentorship
  • A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The ideal candidate for this position will l perform all duties of a full-service professional academic advisor, including facilitating academic program development, advising students, and interpreting and implementing university policies and procedures. They will provide administrative support to department undergraduate directors for course substitutions, petitions, and permissions, and support advisement-related events and data needs from Navigate. Additionally, the Academic Advisor II will be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Banner, and have experience with programs such as Argos, Degree Works, and Navigate.
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Academic Advisor II are the following:
  • Evaluates and maintains student records for degree requirements.
  • Monitors student registration, academic performance, and progress.
  • Communicates with students about course scheduling, requirements, and resources. Tracks retention, progression, and graduation of students.
  • Provides administrative support for course substitutions, petitions, and permissions. Processes registration permissions in Banner.
  • Supports advisement events and data needs.
  • Mentors and trains staff; coordinates advisement training and special programs.
  • Other duties assigned.

Disclaimer:
This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties.
As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree and either 1) 6 months experience as "Academic Advisor I" at GSU (University Advisement Center or other GSU advising department) or 2) three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

What Georgia State University employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom