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Job Description
Overview
The Department of Technology Design and Technical Education (TDTE) at Utah State University (USU) currently has an opening for a fulltime professional academic advisor for technical education at the USU Eastern campus in Price. The primary responsibility will be providing academic advising for students who are interested in and enrolled in technical certificates and associate of applied science degree programs. Additionally about 25 of the role will include marketing and recruiting for technical education programs.
It is anticipated that the individual selected for this advising position will start in March of 2025. This is a fulltime exempt staff position located on the USU Eastern campus in Price. This positions primary role assignment will be advising undergraduate students in the technical education certificate and AAS degree programs. It is expected that advising will primarily occur inperson and occasionally as needed to meet student needs via distance technologies. This position will be supervised by the associate department head for technical education at USU Eastern.
Responsibilities
- Assist students in the process of developing an academic program of study and semester class schedules.
- Assist students in the development of their educational goals including the selection of a major meeting graduation requirements participating in experiential learning opportunities and exploring the possibility of further education (e.g. stackable and/or graduate degrees).
- Help students understand the expected standards of achievement and likelihood of success in areas of study as well as providing them information about alternatives limitations and possible consequences of academic decisions.
- Track students academic progress and inform them of their status.
- Provide students with correct uptodate academic information about university graduation requirements.
- Prepare student graduation applications for Dean approval in Degree works.
- Become competent with tools that assist students in deciding on and completing a degree program (e.g. Degree Finder Degree Works etc..
- Maintain familiarity with available campus resources and refer students to these resources to meet individual needs.
- Work closely with department program and industry leaders to recruit and retain high quality students.
- Coordinate with college campus and university marketing and communication teams in developing appropriate and approved marketing materials for technical education programs.
- Assist potential students in the admission process for certificate and associate.
- Recommended students for a variety of awards and scholarships.
- Maintain and update student files.
- Participate in assessment activities related to student retention and completion.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) policies.
- Assist in other areas as needed.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelors degree.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong desire to help students succeed.
Preferred requirements:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and understanding of or ability to learn University IT systems including DegreeWorks and Banner.
- Expertise in student development and academic planning.
- Familiarity with majorspecific advising and graduation requirements.
- Creative problemsolving and multitasking abilities.
- Effective interpersonal skills via various communication channels.
- Knowledge of course schedules and curriculum.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Verbal and written communication skills and effective public speaking skills including ability to communicate with individuals as well as groups.
- Ability to work in a fastpaced environment with multiple demands and changing needs.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Ability to work with students in 1:1 or group advising settings.
- Ability to learn and maintain current knowledge of complex program requirements policies and procedures.
- Ability to work with diverse student backgrounds.
- Ability to develop and/or deliver programs.
- Knowledge of and proficiency in a variety of current and emerging technology platforms.
Required Documents
Along with the online application please attach:
- Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV. Please include the following in your resume:
- Educational degrees and dates of completion
- Employment with dates and description of responsibilities
- Professional certifications and dates of completion
- A list of the software that you use regularly and the level of experience
- Name and contact information for 5 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
- Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application. In the cover letter please describe your qualifications for this advising position.
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier landgrant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a highquality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.
USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac12 Conference beginning in theseason. The Aggies longstanding tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.
The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources ator.
*updated 02/2025
Notice of Nondiscrimination
In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs nondiscrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of EquityMatthew PinnerDistance Education Rm.
Title IX CoordinatorCody Carmichael Distance Education Rm.
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322
For further information regarding nondiscrimination please visit or contact:
U.S. Department of EducationOffice of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
*updated 09/2023
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
