Academic Advisor (College of Business)
University of Rhode Island
Posting Details Position Information Posting Number SF01754 Job Title Academic Advisor (College of Business) Position Number 108488 FTE 1.00 FLSA Exempt Position Type Professional Staff Union PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 10 Pay Grade Range Salary Range: $55,761 - $84,216 Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent Department Information Department Dean, College of Business Contact(s) Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)
Contact Phone/Extension Contact Email Physical Demands Campus Location Kingston Grant Funded No Extension Contingency Notes Job Description Summary The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by April 12, 2024. Applications received after April 12, 2024, may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs, but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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BASIC FUNCTION:
Provide academic advising to undergraduates in the College of Business. Assigned to designated academic majors, facilitating progression to graduation in a timely manner. Responsible for thorough knowledge of the curriculum, university policy, and campus resources. Work closely with the faculty of the majors they represent and the Dean’s Office.
Duties and Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide academic counsel and advice to undergraduate students, prospective students, and graduate students if applicable, ensuring that they progress toward graduation in a timely fashion.
Initiate student contact, providing intrusive advising outreach as appropriate.
Coordinate relevant college events involving undergraduate and/or prospective students.
Assist with advising during new student orientation and transfer orientation.
Participate in academic reviews as pertain to the Scholastic Standing process.
Assist in planning and executing of programs in residence halls, evenings and weekends as required.
Assist/advise students who may want to change majors.
Work closely with the College of Business Career Center team and the Center for Career and Experiential Education in order to provide up-to-date information to students related to career and major choices.
Research, compile, and maintain statistical data and reports regarding student progress.
Participate in on-going training in all aspects of academic advising, including the use of technology and data management systems that support effective advising.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Attend conferences and workshops.
Maintain relevant statistical data as required.
Perform additional duties as required.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Personal computers, printers; word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software.
Required Qualifications REQUIRED:
1. Master’s degree with a minimum of two years of experience in academic advising (may include time as a graduate student), OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years full-time experience in academic advising in higher education, OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years of demonstrated experience advising/counseling current or aspiring college students.
2. Demonstrated experience working with current or aspiring college students.
3. Demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
4. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
6. Demonstrated experience and dedication to integrating issues of inclusion, equity and social justice in your work.
Preferred Qualifications PREFERRED:
1. Master’s degree in college student personnel services, counseling, or a related field.
2. Demonstrated experience with on-line information, presentation technology, and student records systems.
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ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
Environmental Conditions This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Posting Date 04/01/2024 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants Please attach the following 4 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
(#3) “Other Document-References” – the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).
(#4) “Diversity Statement” – One-page statement addressing Demonstrated experience and dedication to integrating issues of inclusion, equity, and social justice in your work.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/13190 Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Resume Other Document - References Diversity Statement - (justice, equity, diversity and inclusion) Optional Documents Supplemental Questions
Contact Phone/Extension Contact Email Physical Demands Campus Location Kingston Grant Funded No Extension Contingency Notes Job Description Summary The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by April 12, 2024. Applications received after April 12, 2024, may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs, but are not guaranteed full consideration.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
BASIC FUNCTION:
Provide academic advising to undergraduates in the College of Business. Assigned to designated academic majors, facilitating progression to graduation in a timely manner. Responsible for thorough knowledge of the curriculum, university policy, and campus resources. Work closely with the faculty of the majors they represent and the Dean’s Office.
Duties and Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide academic counsel and advice to undergraduate students, prospective students, and graduate students if applicable, ensuring that they progress toward graduation in a timely fashion.
Initiate student contact, providing intrusive advising outreach as appropriate.
Coordinate relevant college events involving undergraduate and/or prospective students.
Assist with advising during new student orientation and transfer orientation.
Participate in academic reviews as pertain to the Scholastic Standing process.
Assist in planning and executing of programs in residence halls, evenings and weekends as required.
Assist/advise students who may want to change majors.
Work closely with the College of Business Career Center team and the Center for Career and Experiential Education in order to provide up-to-date information to students related to career and major choices.
Research, compile, and maintain statistical data and reports regarding student progress.
Participate in on-going training in all aspects of academic advising, including the use of technology and data management systems that support effective advising.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Attend conferences and workshops.
Maintain relevant statistical data as required.
Perform additional duties as required.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Personal computers, printers; word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software.
Required Qualifications REQUIRED:
1. Master’s degree with a minimum of two years of experience in academic advising (may include time as a graduate student), OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years full-time experience in academic advising in higher education, OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years of demonstrated experience advising/counseling current or aspiring college students.
2. Demonstrated experience working with current or aspiring college students.
3. Demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
4. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
6. Demonstrated experience and dedication to integrating issues of inclusion, equity and social justice in your work.
Preferred Qualifications PREFERRED:
1. Master’s degree in college student personnel services, counseling, or a related field.
2. Demonstrated experience with on-line information, presentation technology, and student records systems.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
Environmental Conditions This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Posting Date 04/01/2024 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants Please attach the following 4 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
(#3) “Other Document-References” – the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).
(#4) “Diversity Statement” – One-page statement addressing Demonstrated experience and dedication to integrating issues of inclusion, equity, and social justice in your work.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/13190 Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Resume Other Document - References Diversity Statement - (justice, equity, diversity and inclusion) Optional Documents Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a Master’s degree with a minimum of two years of experience in academic advising (may include time as a graduate student), OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years full-time experience in academic advising in higher education, OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years of demonstrated experience advising/counseling current or aspiring college students? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience working with current or aspiring college students? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience and dedication to integrating issues of inclusion, equity and social justice in your work? Yes No How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Public Job Posting Internal Job Posting Agency Referral Advertisement/Publication Personal Referral Website Other
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