Academic Adviser

The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Student Advising and Engagement in the College of Health and Human Development at Penn State is seeking a highly motivated, professional Academic Adviser . Responsibilities: Provide academic advising to a roster of pre-major students in the College of Health and Human Development at University Park. Meet with other Penn State students who are exploratory and want to learn more about our college’s programs. Assisting in advising program development. Suggest best practices for advising improvement. Interpret university policies, procedures, and curriculum for students. Make professional referrals. Coordinate effectively with other department advisers. Maintain confidentiality of student records. Document notes in the current university advising notes system (Starfish). Provide academic advising services during New Student Orientation (NSO). Represent the college at undergraduate recruitment events. Understand and use the university student records system (LionPATH). Assist with projects and undergraduate student success initiatives. The final candidate will also assist with University and college-sponsored recruitment and retention initiatives including, but not limited to: NSO, Accepted Student Programs, Link UP, Spend a Summer Day, and Minors and Majors Night.

Requirements

• If filled as Academic Adviser - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Master's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• If filled as Academic Adviser - Intermediate Professional, this position requires: Master's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communications
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity
• Effective problem-solving and organizational skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• The ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• The use of sound judgment and professionalism

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to a roster of pre-major students
• Meet with other Penn State students who are exploratory and want to learn more about our college’s programs
• Assist in advising program development
• Suggest best practices for advising improvement
• Interpret university policies, procedures, and curriculum for students
• Make professional referrals
• Coordinate effectively with other department advisers
• Maintain confidentiality of student records
• Document notes in the current university advising notes system (Starfish)
• Provide academic advising services during New Student Orientation (NSO)
• Represent the college at undergraduate recruitment events
• Understand and use the university student records system (LionPATH)
• Assist with projects and undergraduate student success initiatives
• Assist with University and college-sponsored recruitment and retention initiatives including, but not limited to: NSO, Accepted Student Programs, Link UP, Spend a Summer Day, and Minors and Majors Night.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees