The Academic Advisor works as part of the Registrar’s Office, and will advise all students on course selection, degree requirements and academic policies and procedures. The Academic Advisor will monitor students’ academic progress; counsel students in academic difficulty; and assess student needs and make appropriate referrals. The Advisor maintains accurate student records, evaluates transfer credit and tracks students’ progress toward their degree. The Advisor must be able to work effectively as a team member and to form effective working relationships with staff and faculty throughout campus.

The Academic Advisor maintains security and confidentiality of student educational records as mandated by FERPA regulations. The Academic advisor will provide a high level of customer service, possess excellent listening skills and have the ability to refer students in need to appropriate resources. Ability to work as a team member and initiate projects independently. Successful candidate will have ability to make contributions to college-wide committees aimed at increasing student retention and success.

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The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of the job:*

Language Skills:

• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, parents and/or faculty.
• Ability to proofread official College documents, reports, and publications.
• Ability to read, understand, remember and apply College policy.

Computer Skills:

• Strong technology skills required, including a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office, email/Internet software, and familiarity with student information systems such as Ellucian’s PowerCampus.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to build positive relationships with students, faculty and staff,
• Ability to work as a team member and initiate projects independently.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and to multi-task.
• Ability to write legibly, ability to present a professional appearance.
• Ability to work regular established hours of operation and additional hours as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• One year of academic advising, or higher education, experience.
• Alternative combinations of education beyond the bachelor’s degree and experience may be evaluated for comparability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Higher Education, Counseling, or a related field, and experience in a Student Service or Student Life environment.
• Experience and/or interest in studio art.

Work Hours Posting Date 11/07/2022 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Job Type: Full-time

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