Academic Advisor, School of Communication & the Arts

Marist University•Poughkeepsie, NY

21h•$52,000 - $62,000•Onsite

About The Position

Part of a professional team of advisors housed in the School of Communication and the Arts, this position works predominantly with first year-students to set them up for success in their four years at Marist. The Academic Advisor meets regularly with students to develop the semester schedules and four-year course plans to ensure that pathways are chosen by the end of the first year, and academic and proper degree requirements are met. Academic advisors work throughout the academic year, answering student questions as they arise, assist when a student is struggling in a course, and offer insight and guidance on opportunities to pursue internships and study abroad.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Experience providing academic advising, student support, or related educational support services, preferably in a higher education setting

Responsibilities

Meet individually with students in person
Answer student emails and phone calls
Consult with SCA Assistant Dean and Department Chairs
Participate in team, school, and department meetings and attend necessary trainings
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

3 weeks of paid vacation. 4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment.
Unlimited paid sick time.
14+ paid holidays per year.
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
Life insurance.
Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
403(b) defined contribution plan with tiered employer contributions based on years of service.
403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available.
Tuition Benefits for employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
Reimbursement for eligible dependents' tuition at another accredited institution.