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Academic Advising
The Advisor:

• Works in a Decentralized Environment and utilizes Appreciative Advising to assist CAS students with registration, course selection, schedule changes, academic planning, college adjustment, and referral to college resources.
• Is the advisor for degree programs housed in their college; serving ~ 350 students
• Is housed in a private office within the college
• Participates in the college leadership team meetings, and works in partnership with faculty advisors to educate students on: * university policies and procedures * degree requirements for the degree programs * application of transfer credit * the value of engagement in co-curricular/extra-curricular activities. * collaborates with faculty to monitor student progress and provide outreach to students as needed, suggesting strategies for academic improvement and success.

Event Planning and Implementation
The Advisor will:

• help plan and implement events such as New Student Orientation, Spring Preview Day, and Open House.
• facilitate connections with potential and current students and parents at university events
• communicate regularly with the Career Counselor to strategize pathways from degree to profession

Administrative Role:

The advisor will:

• Demonstrate proficiency in using Microsoft products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Work collaboratively with academic advisors from all university Colleges to enhance advising services and implement strategies that further student success.
• Maintain accurate records, using technology resources, and provide reports as needed by Department Chairs and the Dean.
• Participate in department meetings and functions as needed.
• Serve as liaison to Admissions, Registrar/Records, Housing, Cashier’s Office, Dean of Students Office, International Student Services, Study Abroad, and other departments and colleges as necessary.
• Engage in professional development to maintain and enhance relevant advising skills and knowledge.
• Work with Campus Academic Mentors (CAMs) on their registration, orientation, and UNIV responsibilities.
• Manage advising budget for the College.
• May engage in other duties as assigned, based on the needs of the College.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree. Area of study: STEM subject, psychology, sociology, counseling, communication, education or other related field

Preferred Education:
Master’s degree. Area of study: Higher Education, counseling, psychology, STEM subject, or other related field