Program Specialist
Program Specialist
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$ 50000 - 60000
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Job Description
Northeastern offers a rewarding working environment for our students and employees. Our faculty and staff are smart dedicated people who work to create an excellent urban university experience for bright and motivated students.
Job Summary:
The Program Specialist reports to the Associate Dean of Business and Technology. The Program Specialist assists students in learning about educational options degree requirements and University policies and procedures as well as providing students with guidance in clarifying educational objectives and developing an academic plan appropriate to their educational/career goals in the College of Business and Technology. The Program Specialist also advocates on behalf of students and introduces students to the many support services and resources available within the university community. The Program Specialist also develops and coordinates student recruitment activities.Job Description:
Provide academic advisement and educational planning to newly admitted and continuing students who declared a major or premajor or minor in the College of Business and Technology.
Assist students on either a walkin basis or through scheduled appointments. Respond to and assist students via university emails or video conferences in a timely manner.
Advise and assist students with: interpretation of test scores; course prerequisites; course selection and sequencing; registration; academic planning; general education requirements; major requirements; graduation requirements; and interpretation of college and university policies and procedures.
Encourage and guide students to define and develop realistic educational goals; assist them in gaining decisionmaking skills and planning programs which are consistent with their interests and abilities.
Maintain comprehensive and accurate student records.
Maintain a caseload ofassigned students: monitor student progress; recommend solutions to academic difficulties; provide probation counseling; and assist with petitions for financial aid and academic reinstatement.
Intentionally initiate phoneand email contact with advisees prior to fall spring and summer registration and at other times as appropriatesuch as discussing items raised in NEIUStar probation/dismissed declaration of major and other retention and timeline for graduation.
Advocate on behalf of students when appropriate. Provide and accept referral services within the university community and conduct appropriate followup.
Participate or presentin orientation sessions or open houses.
Emphasize the importance of engaging incareer exploration activities; provide information and referrals to various campus resources such as the Office of Career Development.
Communicate and coordinate with other departmental and college advisors to ensure theconsistency and accuracy of information transferred to students as well as facilitate transition of students intothe major.
Participate in the planning implementation and evaluation of Undergraduate Advising Office services goals and objectives.
Participate in programrelated meetings including staff and committee meetings as well as professional development workshops conferences and activities as time and resources allow.
Develop and coordinate student recruitment activities including attending college day and night programs college fairs and high schools; disseminates information at campus open houses or other settings.
Create update andmaintain information on the CBT student advising services website and student portal etc. that describe highlight and explain resources and services.
Minimal Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a bachelors degree in Business Computer Science Counseling Psychology Higher Education or a related field. Masters degree is preferred.
Two years or more of student service is required preferably academic advising experience.
Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to plan implement and deliver academic advising services and activities directed toward facilitating the personal growth achievement and retention of students.
Candidates must also demonstrate exceptional written oral and interpersonal communication skills as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively with a highly diverse constituency.
This position requires a background check.
Salary / Hourly Rate Range
$50000$60000Benefits
University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). Please visit ourEmployee Benefitspage to learn more about our comprehensive benefits packageincluding health dental and vision benefits sick and vacation days and participation in the State Universities Retirement System.
Northeastern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from Women Minorities Veterans and Persons with Disabilities as well as other qualified Illinois Universitys positions are contingent upon the Universitys receipt of its State of Illinois appropriation.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
