Academic Advisor - Emory College of Arts and Sciences

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. The Academic Advisors primary emphasis is on providing full-time advising services to an assigned caseload of undergraduate students. Responsibilities include: Exploratory/pre-major advising, Proactive advising for special populations, First-Year mandatory meetings, Advising students on academic notice, General advice, referral to campus resources, and policy/procedure clarification delivered via appointments, email, phone, drop-in, and Add/Drop/Swap advising, Pre-registration advising and Transfer student onboarding in summer as well as Oxford Continuee onboarding twice per year, Participate in ECAS annual orientation activities, Participate in ECS 101 as well as annual orientation and graduation activities, and annual orientation, Facilitate and advise on academic actions such as incompletes, course withdrawals, leaves of absence, transfers, readmissions, and underloads/overloads, Work with Deans of Academic Advising and Support to resolve complex student cases, Assist with issues impacting academic success: CARE reports, Exceptions after the deadline due to extenuating circumstances, Referrals to partner offices, Assist with inquiries/requests from [email protected].

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in education or discipline related to academic advising assignment and one year of related experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and data collection and analysis experience preferred.
• A master’s degree in a relevant field, including higher education or a liberal arts field.
• Professional experience working as an academic advisor in an academic affairs office or similar setting.
• Experience with data collection and analysis.
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds including at-risk and/or first-generation students.
• Experience with student success programs focusing on retention and graduation.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic advising to an assigned caseload of undergraduate students.
• Prepares and maintains associated student records.
• Addresses student academic concerns and provides referrals to campus resources.
• Builds links with other university offices and support services such as Academic Success Programs, Education Abroad, Student Case Management, and various Campus Life partners.
• Assists with academic orientation activities.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.
• Exploratory/pre-major advising
• Proactive advising for special populations
• First-Year mandatory meetings
• Advising students on academic notice
• General advice, referral to campus resources, and policy/procedure clarification delivered via appointments, email, phone, drop-in, and Add/Drop/Swap advising
• Pre-registration advising and Transfer student onboarding in summer as well as Oxford Continuee onboarding twice per year
• Participate in ECAS annual orientation activities.
• Participate in ECS 101 as well as annual orientation and graduation activities, and annual orientation.
• Facilitate and advise on academic actions such as incompletes, course withdrawals, leaves of absence, transfers, readmissions, and underloads/overloads
• Work with Deans of Academic Advising and Support to resolve complex student cases
• Assist with issues impacting academic success: CARE reports, Exceptions after the deadline due to extenuating circumstances, Referrals to partner offices
• Assist with inquiries/requests from [email protected]

Benefits

• Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
• Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
• Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination.
• Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities).
• Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level