ACADEMIC ADVISOR 00072887
Missouri University of Science & Technology
Rolla, MO
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 4, 2024
Hiring Department
S&T Advising Center
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time, Benefit Eligible
Some evenings and weekends are required
Salary
$42,000-$45,150 Annually
Job Description
- Guide students in developing and accomplishing educational plans
- Advise students about scholastic programs and academic progress
- Provide information to students regarding university resources to enhance academic success and problem-solving
- Coordinate (e.g., compile, verify, prepare) materials, information, programs, etc. as assigned
- Advise/provide support to current and prospective students in various subject areas
- Perform standard assignments and responsibilities and make recommendations for improvement/efficiency, resourcing, etc., as necessary
- Use existing procedures to solve standard problems
- Assist in the development and implementation of programs/projects according to plan and/or with guidance
- Exchange straightforward information, ask questions, and check for understanding
- Develop working relationships with functional teams
- Advise freshmen/transfer students on a variety of academic issues such as course planning and selection, degree programs selection, scholastic probation's, scholastic deficiency and all college/department policies and procedures as necessary. Initiate and maintain contact with students regarding academic progress.
- Maintain/update student advising files
- Assist students with non-academic problem solving, provide general campus information, and refer students to appropriate campus resources (Financial Aid, Counseling Services, International Affairs, Student Health Services, and Career Opportunities and Employer Relations).
- Develop and present training for faculty advisors. Assist faculty by providing information regarding college policies and academic rules. Assist with department program assessment data analysis and reports.
- Plan and coordinate programs to orient new students to all aspects of campus life. Conduct individual and/or group advising sessions with students.
- Compose written documents (references, verification letters, catalog updates, response to students inquiries, etc.) as needed. Collect and analyze data relative to advising and student academic progress. Write and distribute advising bulletin to all S&T Advising Center students each semester, as well as advising information updates to all Advising Center advisors. Critical to this position will be developing, maintain and update tools and strategies to streamline the advising process including web-based instruments (i.e. S&Tconnect, Joe'SS and Schedule Planner) and curriculum advising flowsheets.
- Assist with Advising and Registrations days
- Assist in analyzing and processing requests for S&T Advising Center re-admission. Determine transfer credits, other miscellaneous, manage the department's co-op program and advise student on co-op reports. Assist with recruiting events and activities, student orientations, and other such events and functions and prepare related handouts and visual presentations.
- Assist in other duties as assigned by the department director
- Provide academic advising services to undergraduate Honors students by conducting individual or group advising sessions and communicate with students via telephone, email and zoom correspondence.
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree
- 3 years in higher education, academic office, advising, student development, or closely related experience
- Science/engineering background or experience advising science/engineering undergraduate students
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.
The final candidate is required to provide copies of official transcript(s) for any college degree(s) listed in application materials submitted. Copies of transcript(s) should be provided prior to the start of employment. In addition, the final candidate may be required to verify other credentials listed in application materials.
Failure to provide official transcript(s) or other required verification may result in the withdrawal of the job offer.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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