SASB Advisor and Academic Enrichment Support

Notre Dame of Maryland University•Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

Supports the Dean of SASB by engaging with three main areas: academic advising, study abroad and the Fulbright program. Advise CAUS and Graduate students in the School of Arts, Sciences and Business. Guide and support faculty members planning a study abroad event, participate on the Fulbright Committee and assist the Dean with other projects in SASB.

Requirements

Knowledge: Master's in Education or related field required.
Experience: Experience in high education and administrative settings.
Skills/Aptitude: Must have excellent oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of counseling and problem-solving skills are essential. Detail oriented and exceptional organizational skills required. Ability to deal with confidential student matters and interact positively with all levels of University personnel and with outside contacts is essential. Demonstrate ability to interact with adult learners with empathy and respect. Make independent decisions, prioritize and carry through projects with a minimum of supervision. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs and be willing to train on the campus academic records database.

Responsibilities

Responds appropriately and in a timely fashion to student requests for academic advice via telephone and e-mail, as well as through personal appointments.
Maintains accurate records of student progress toward degree of choice.
Audits enrollment patterns and provides input to the department chairs and the dean as to class schedule development.
Communicates academic policies to students clearly and equitably.
Represents the CAUS and Graduate programs at Open Houses and other advisement events as needed.
Provides faculty with guidance on planning a Study Abroad event including the pre, during and post trip plans.
Assists in creating MOUs for Study Abroad programs.
Participates as a full member on the Fulbright Committee
Supports major University events such as student Orientation and Commencement.
Performs such similar, comparable or related duties as may be assigned or required.