Healthcare Academic Advising Specialist

Ivy Tech Community College•Fort Wayne, IN

1d•$38,289 - $59,805•Onsite

About The Position

This grant-funded position is housed in the Academic Advising Center and is specified to serve students in Health Sciences and/or Pre-Nursing. The role involves providing developmental academic advising using a case management approach to help students define goals, understand scores and curriculum, and register for courses. The Academic Advisor will also refer students to appropriate resources to foster student success. The grant is approved through 6/30/26, with efforts to secure funding for 2027, though employment beyond the current grant period is not guaranteed. The college is committed to supporting employee well-being, growth, and financial security through a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, counseling, social work, or related fields.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in academic advising, admissions, career counseling or related higher education area is required or one (1) year of experience with a Master’s degree.
Experience working with and being committed to diverse communication is required.
Excellent communication and time management skills, as well as the ability to demonstrate initiative and working in a team environment is required.
Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and database applications including student records management systems and online social media tools.
Administrative and organizational skills along with strong customer service attributes are necessary.
Transcript copies required at time of interview.
Official transcript required at time of hire.
Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in college student personnel, higher education, counseling psychology, or related discipline is preferred.
Minimum of one to two years of relevant experience demonstrating leadership qualities is preferred.
Community College experience or credential preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate strong commitment to student development and success through advocacy, positive attitude, adaptability, approachability, problem solving, and support.
Demonstrate developmental academic advising that assists students in clarifying personal and academic career goals through the use of appropriate student development, human development, and student learning theories.
Assist students in interpreting and understanding placement scores, program curricula, and pre-requisites, etc.
Assist students in gaining a basic understanding of the College’s registration process and processes that need to be completed prior to the beginning of each semester.
Maintain current knowledge of the institution’s academic programs, curriculum, practices and academic and student policies.
Coordinate with other Student Affairs and Academic Affairs areas to ensure accuracy of advising materials distributed to students, faculty, and staff.
Possess a working knowledge of the various types of student financial assistance programs.
Manage academic advising case load in a manner that promotes retention, persistence, and student success through proactive interactions and interventions.
Assist students in the development of an Individualized Academic Completion Plans.
Monitor student progress through regular meetings, communications, interventions, assessments, and data collection.
Maintain academic advising records in compliance with College and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Develop and maintain appropriate relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
Utilize a communication plan to engage the college community in the academic advising process.
Engage in behaviors that create an inclusive environment in which all people are valued, supported, and respected.
Attend and participate in Registration Fairs. (on-campus/in-person)
Actively participate in professional development opportunities and professional organizations, as well as college-wide committees, etc.
Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services