Academic Advisor (Part Time) Central Campus

Broward College • Boulder, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision the purpose of the job is to provide academic advisement for prospective, current, and former students within a specified undergraduate academic department or equivalent unit of a college. Employees in this job classification are responsible for assessing academic levels, attending to student academic inquiries, assisting in the resolution of individual academic problems, and advising on academic program changes. Advises and assists students in the development of academic plans and class schedules, analyzes applications, transfer evaluations, and transcripts for entry and exit from the university. Develops and maintains appropriate files and records. Performs related work as directed. Broward College is a nationally ranked institution of higher education in Broward County, Florida, providing residents and non-residents with access to high-quality, affordable education. Broward College is the largest institution of higher education in Broward County, serving more than 51,000 students annually, Broward College provides students with certificate programs, two-year university-transfer degrees, two-year career degrees, and baccalaureate degrees in selected programs. The College’s mission is to provide high-quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to our community of learners. Together, we are working to make Broward College the number one destination for academic excellence. With more than 4,000 colleagues, Broward College serves as a critical economic engine for Broward County, generating more than 1.7 billion in economic impact for Broward County, and driving opportunities for economic mobility for all of Broward County. Broward College has been repeatedly recognized as one of the top 10 community colleges in America by several national organizations including the Aspen Institute. The College continues to receive recognition for its transformational work to improve institutional culture and care for its employees as recognized by the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR) National HR Excellence Award. As an equal access and employment opportunity institution, Broward College is committed to the success of our students, faculty, and staff while strengthening our local and global communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three years of experience in student services.
• Must be a Florida resident.
• Strong academic advising knowledge.
• Strong computer skills.
• Interpersonal relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic consulting services to students, prospective students, and former students, including complex analysis and integration.
• Answers student inquiries and resolves problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites, referring to catalogues, written course descriptions, and other appropriate sources.
• Receives and reviews transcripts to ensure eligibility for admission to a specific college or program including unofficial evaluation of transfer credits and applicability of academic credit to program requirements.
• Reviews student files to ensure deadlines are met for completing various graduation requirements such as coursework requirements, and other specific program requirements.
• Guides students thru the educational planning process. Provides an educational plan for students enrolled in SLS courses, and other FTIC and returning students. Maintains the educational plan thru mainframe and WEB interfaces.
• Coordinates orientation materials and multimedia presentations including updates and revisions. Conducts/facilitates Group Orientation/Advisement sessions for FTIC students.
• Responds to email inquiries from students about advisement, registration, graduation, transfer information, and other procedures at BCC. Also responds to email inquiries from Staff, Faculty, and Administrators.
• Maintains electronic calendar to facilitate the scheduling of automated appointments from the student advisement appointment system, and meetings, workshops, and committees without creating time conflicts.
• Provides "Express/Fast Track" advisement for students without appointments, who need quick resolutions for existing academic problems.
• Prepares form letters, individual letters, and information packets in support of group and/or individual recruitment efforts; attends and participates in individual and group orientation and other information dissemination sessions.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan
• Wellness Program
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Winter and Spring Break Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members

What This Job Offers

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