Academic Advisor, Nistler College

University of North Dakota•Grand Forks, ND

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Academic Advisor position at Nistler College is responsible for providing undergraduate academic advisement for all Nistler College of Business & Public Administration (NCoBPA) students, including majors and minors. This role involves working closely with current students on a drop-in basis and through scheduled meetings, managing all advising-related matters for current and potential students, and conducting graduation audits. The advisor will utilize campus connection, degree map, perceptive content, and Hawk Central. Additionally, the position will assist with the advisor portion of the summer orientation program and participate in graduation ceremonies. This role also encompasses responsibilities related to student recruitment, including planning, executing, and evaluating outreach and recruiting programs for NCoBPA programs, and collaborating with Admissions Representatives to support the university's recruitment mission.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Experience with basic software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Be resourceful, self-directed and work with little supervision
Experience providing feedback in a productive, positive manner
Proven experience and excellent communication and social skills to interact effectively with diverse audiences
Ability to adapt to changing situations and environments in a positive manner
Proven experience with effective teamwork and collaboration
Have excellent social skills and be able to converse with diverse audiences
Attention to detail and utilize resourcefulness

Nice To Haves

Experience with Academic Advising
Experience with UND systems such as HawkCentral, Perceptive Content, Campus Connection
Experience with UND’s undergraduate programs including Essential Studies
Experience with business, political science, and public administration fields
Experience with higher education student recruitment
Experience in being part of a team
Ability to travel and work a varied schedule with flexible evening and weekend hours as needed
Participate in professional development activities

Responsibilities

Serve as an academic advisor to all business students
Meet with students and be available for drop-ins in the NCoBPA Advising Center
Audit student records for completion of major requirements, prepare student class schedules, and assist with registration processes
Communicate university policies and procedures to students as needed
Respond to telephone and email inquiries regarding the business program and procedures
Assist with summer orientation program
Assist at career fairs
Provide guidance for studying abroad
Attend and participate in college and campus-wide advising events
Represent college at commencement ceremonies
Lead NCoBPA in the planning and coordination of all UND NCoBPA recruiting events
Identify, create, manage, and coordinate events that promote UND NCoBPA to K-12 audiences, community college students, Grand Forks and the surrounding region throughout the year
Work with University Analytics and Planning (UAP) and Admissions to maintain accurate records of NCoBPA prospective students in the admission funnel in support of NCoBPA strategic enrollment planning
Be the liaison between UND Admissions and the NCoBPA regarding campus and college specific recruitment events (including, but not limited to, Fall Open House, Saturday Open House, and Admitted Student Day)
Determine strategic recruiting events and coordinate participation of alumni, students, faculty, and other staff, as appropriate, to maximize the positive impact of the activity on prospective NCoBPA students
Work with the External Relations Director to develop methods and materials, utilizing all media types, to assist with recruiting efforts
Meet regularly with NCoBPA Associate Dean (or appointee) to give updates on events that would include the Dean and departments/schools
Create and maintain a network of professional contacts to support the outreach goals of UND NCoBPA