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Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of counseling theories and techniques, theories of learning and human development, and relevant and desirable student learning outcomes; including intellectual growth, realistic self-appraisal, enhanced self-esteem, clarified values, career choice and achievement of personal and educational goals.
• Computer technology skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite, email/internet applications, and student information systems.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal.
• The ability to teach post-secondary students to make sound education planning decisions and develop academic success skills.

Essential Job Functions

• Advises and counsels freshmen and transfer students, monitoring their overall academic progress through mandatory advising sessions
• Provides proactive and intrusive advising interventions for students, including referral and follow-up with other units of the University
• Uses the Noel-Levits Retention Management System and other tools to assist in advising students
• Documents the student advising historically electronically
• Participates in New Student Registration and Orientation programs
• Assists in the planning and execution of programs such as convocation, orientation, high school day and various workshops
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Education or related field.
• Two (2) years’ counseling or advising experience.