SSS Student Advisor-Muskogee

Oklahoma State University•Muskogee, OK

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Academic Advisor acts as a liaison for the TRIO-Student Support Services department. The advisor supports several critical areas for advancement in higher education. This includes course schedule advisement, degree planning and completion, career and the transfer process to 4-year institutions, financial literacy education, and more as required under federal TRIO grant requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Counseling, Higher Education (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Knowledge of academic and career assessment instruments
Ability to relate to multicultural diverse individuals
Strong interpersonal communications skills
Knowledge of careers and education/training needed to pursue those careers
Knowledge of financial aid programs and application procedures
Knowledge of scholarships/grants available (national, state, local and specialized) and application procedures
Strong computer/software skills
Knowledge of career/academic technology/software
Demonstrated willingness and ability to act ethically and socially responsible
Must be able to bend, stoop, and lift up to 25 pounds
Must be flexible to work hours best suited for the success of the program
Must be able to drive a college vehicle for SSS off campus events

Responsibilities

Provide academic advisement for 180 student participants
Recruit program participants from student body
Maintain monthly contacts with program participants
Maintain case files on each participant
Assist in planning and implementing student activities
Assist in the coordination of academic, career/transfer, and financial workshops for participants
Provide direct services to students-career/transfer advisement
Conduct workshops and presentations
Assist the Director with special projects
Act as a liaison with other colleges, universities, and postsecondary institutions
Maintain all necessary files and documentation