Academic Advisor - College of Education and Community Innovation
Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, MI, USA
Posted on Saturday, August 24, 2024
This position primarily involves advising of undergraduate students in the College of Education and Community Innovation academic programs. Activities include acting as a resource for current students planning their degree programs, secondary admission requirements, interacting with prospective students and their families, attending recruitment events, maintaining student records, and other duties as assigned by the Director of the CECI Advising Center.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Provide academic advising for students in CECI programs (80%)
- Answer questions regarding degree requirements and curriculum
- Set up or review degree progress plans
- Assistance with course selection and registration questions or issues
- Assistance with understanding and following university policies and procedures
- Serve as a point of contact for anyone interested in CCPS programs
- Provide outreach and support to students in academic jeopardy
- Provide information regarding additional resources, programs, and services that will aid student success
- Referrals to the appropriate department or person for further assistance, when necessary
- Administrative Responsibilities (20%)
- Maintain student advising records
- Represent CECI at recruiting events and college fairs
- Represent CECI-UAC on committees and taskforces as deemed appropriate
- Support CECI-UAC processes for student outreach, support, assessment, etc.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- The applicant is required to have an earned bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience in a higher education setting.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated understanding of academic program planning and advising developmental theory with related experience. Strong communication and organizational skills. An understanding of and preference for collaborative approaches to planning and problem solving.
Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:
- A master’s degree in a related field (Student Affairs, Educational Leadership, or Social Work).
- Demonstrated experience in academic advising within a higher education setting
- Understanding of student retention, transition and success
- Familiarity with computer student information systems and web-based records and registration programs.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.
Minimum Starting Salary: $50,000; Commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, and wellness resources.
Campus: Grand Rapids
How To Apply: Please include a cover letter and resume. The online application will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.
Application Deadline: September 8, 2024
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
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