Academic Advisor - Liberal Studies
About The Position
Arts & Science is seeking a dedicated Academic Advisor to join the Liberal Studies team. This individual will advise students in Liberal Studies on academic programs, providing practical information related to the curriculum and degree progress, as well as administrative aspects of course selection and registration; help students make informed decisions about their academic and professional goals; interpret institutional policies and procedures; facilitate access to university resources and support services when needed through appropriate referrals; and process advanced standing credit and recommend special exceptions when relevant. In addition, this position includes advisement of a special population, liaison and program responsibilities with specific functional areas, service on relevant committees, and participation in some high-priority events for Advising & Student Affairs (eg. admissions open house, parents’ day).
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- 2+ years relevant experience in student advising or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to advise and provide appropriate solutions to problems.
- Knowledge of standard office software (Google Apps, Microsoft, etc).
Nice To Haves
- Experience advising diverse undergraduate students in a liberal arts environment.
- Knowledge of career development resources and internship program administration, and/or assessment methods.
Responsibilities
- Advise students in Liberal Studies on academic programs.
- Provide practical information related to the curriculum and degree progress.
- Assist with administrative aspects of course selection and registration.
- Help students make informed decisions about their academic and professional goals.
- Interpret institutional policies and procedures.
- Facilitate access to university resources and support services through appropriate referrals.
- Process advanced standing credit and recommend special exceptions when relevant.
- Advise a special population.
- Liaison and program responsibilities with specific functional areas.
- Service on relevant committees.
- Participate in high-priority events for Advising & Student Affairs (e.g., admissions open house, parents’ day).
Benefits
- Pay Transparency
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
