AssistantAssociate Director of Advising
AssistantAssociate Director of Advising
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Job Description
The Virginia Tech College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences is seeking applicants for an assistant/associate director of advising*. This fulltime position will be a key member of the Undergraduate Academic Affairs team in the college a diverse organization that includes over 4000 students in more than 40 majors.
This position collaborates with the Director of Advising on strategic advising initiatives and provides primary academic support for students related to academic interventions and academic eligibility. Additionally this position will coordinate all aspects of the Colleges transfer credit needs and serve in a leadership capacity by supporting Collegewide events. As and if needed this position may also assist with academic advising and firstyear experience course instruction.
*Position level will be dependent on the selected candidates education and experience related to the role.
Required Qualifications
Masters degree in education student development or affairs higher education counseling or a related field
Extensive prior work experience in a studentfocused higher educational setting
Ability to work both independently and with a team in a fastpaced environment
Thorough understanding of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the ability to practice a high level of confidentiality and discretion regarding academic records
Prior experience in knowledge of or familiarity with supporting students and their family members faculty and staff who identify with historically and continuously underrepresented underserved and/or minoritized groups
Strong computer literacy skills particularly in electronic files and database management
High attention to detail and accuracy in ones work
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
Extensive prior work experience in academic advising career advising or counseling within a higher educational setting
Experience with developing implementing and/or leading programs focused on undergraduate student success
Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze data for identifying trends and needs for academic programming and intervention strategies
Experience using student information systems such as Banner and Navigate
Knowledge of familiarity with or experience in one or more of the academic disciplines housed within the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences
Familiarity with student development and/or academic advising theories or competencies
Membership in (or a modeling of the core values of) NACADA or other studentfocused professional associations
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience with a minimum starting salary of $65000
Review Date
November 12 2024
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Amanda Weaver at during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
