Director, Academic Advising (Ursuline College Campus)

Gannon University • Erie, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Academic Advising, will work as a member of the Academic and Career Development (ACD) team within the Academic Enhancement Division at Gannon University – Ursuline College Campus. The Director will provide quality academic advising and coaching services to various populations of undergraduate students, especially freshmen and students experiencing barriers, to increase undergraduate student persistence and retention. The Director reports directly to the Executive Director and works closely with other members of the department and undergraduate faculty advisors and other university student support offices. Must be able to support the University’s Mission and Service Standards Framework.

Requirements

• A master’s degree is required in a related field, e.g., higher education, education, or student personnel.
• At least five (5) years of experience in academic advising/academic coaching and student support services at the college/university level are required.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills, including small group presentation skills.
• Knowledge of current theories and practices in higher education student development, retention, academic and career advising/coaching, and student support services.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Instagram, Canva, and PowerPoint; ability to operate standard office equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience/Certification in academic coaching preferred.
• Certifications in academic coaching, or career services and administering personality inventories (e.g., Myers-Briggs, etc.) will be considered favorable.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality academic advising and coaching services to various populations of undergraduate students, especially freshmen and students experiencing barriers, to increase undergraduate student persistence and retention.

What This Job Offers

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