Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Academic Advisors in the Office of Advising and Academic Support in the Beaver College of Health Sciences at Appalachian State University provide a variety of services to undergraduate Health Sciences majors and serve students in one or more of the following programs: Communication Sciences & Disorders; Exercise Science; Health Care Management; Health Physical Education & Coaching; Health Sciences; Nursing; Nutrition & Foods; Public Health; Recreation Management; and Social Work. Advisors collaborate with BCHS records staff department chairs program directors faculty mentors and others to ensure student success. In addition advisors are familiar with and work closely with colleagues in other units on campus including Financial Aid Student Success Transfer Admissions and Engagement Registrar etc. The primary reporting location for this position will be at the Boone NC campus. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assisting undergraduate students in developing appropriate and realistic academic plans via individualized graduation plans as well as proactively monitoring academic progress. Assisting students with course selection and obtaining or granting special permissions for course enrollment when needed. Assisting students who are having academic difficulty by providing resources and strategies for achieving academic success. Disseminating information about academic programs and policies to new and continuing students. Serving as a liaison with the assigned academic program(s). Providing guidance to faculty and staff on student issues and academic policies. Attending special events and meetings as needed. Other duties or special projects as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Masters Degree from an accredited institution At least one year of professional experience working as an academic advisor in higher education Excellent interpersonal skills Experience cultivating and supporting a welcoming community and a workplace culture of collaboration and respect through education and inclusive practices Excellent written communication skills Demonstrated success taking initiative and working independently Strong organizational ability with attention to detail and accuracy High level of proficiency using Google GSuite and ability to quickly learn technical advising tools
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree earned in student development counseling higher education or a related field Experience advising online students Experience advising transfer students Experience advising adult learners
Required Experience:
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