Interim - Academic Advisor
Interim - Academic Advisor
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Job Description
Join the Indian River State College Team Exceptional Benefits Await You!
At Indian River State College youll do more than just build a careeryoull have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students staff and faculty. In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your wellbeing secure your future and enhance your worklife balance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage
We prioritize your health with Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources.
We offer PPO and HMO plans with an affordable cost. (PPO/HMO option with $50 per month for individual coverage and $180 per month for family coverage)
Retirement Plans for a Secure Future
Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options rarely matched in the private sector. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and additional investment opportunities like taxdeferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy a healthy worklife balance with ample vacation personal and sick leave. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.
Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on various services including tickets to popular attractions in the area.
Professional Growth Opportunities
Build your career with purpose by engaging in meaningful projects and professional development opportunities. Indian River State College provides the tools and support needed to help you reach your full potential.
About Us:
Welcome to a place where advice transforms lives! At Indian River State College we believe in the power of personalized guidance to shape the future of our students. As an Interim Academic Advisor youll be at the forefront of empowering individuals to navigate their academic and personal journeys successfully.
As an Interim Academic Advisor youll be the compass that steers our students toward success. Your mission To turn dreams into tangible plans and goals.
Why Youll Love It Here:
Innovative Environment: Join a dynamic team that embraces creativity and encourages outofthebox thinking.
Impactful Work: Be a driving force in shaping the future of our students one piece of advice at a time.
Culture: Work alongside a diverse and passionate group of individuals who believe in the power of support.
What You Bring:
Passion: A genuine desire to see others succeed and a knack for turning aspirations into action.
Communications Skills: Stellar verbal and written communication skills to connect with individuals from all walks of life.
Personalized Guidance: Provide oneonone advising sessions to students offering support in academic planning goal setting and career exploration.
Collaborative Partnerships: Foster strong relationships with faculty staff and external organizations to enhance the overall advising experience.
Student Advocacy: Advocate for the needs and concerns of students ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment for all.
Join us in creating a community where students are guided supported and inspired to reach their full potential. Indian River State College is not just an institution; its a pathway to success! If this sounds like you apply and showcase your advising skills. The journey to success begins with you!
JOB SUMMARY:
Under minimal supervision this position provides academic and personal guidance for a caseload of applicants to the College from their admission through to completion. Duties include: promoting and managing progression course success retention completion postgraduate success and student satisfaction; utilizing the Colleges River Support retention resources and other indicators of progress to assist students and faculty toward course and degree/certificate completion goals.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Guides assigned caseload of students and walkin students with program selection program planning and enrollment information and assistance.
- Completes an individualized Student Success Plan for every student in the assigned caseload assists with registration for classes filing for financial aid or billing issues; closely monitors and actively supports each students progression toward degree/certificate completion; and verifies and updates students on degree requirements.
- Provides extensive support to students in the planning and achievement of educational and career goals; reaches out to students who are falling behind in coursework; assists with transfers of study; and enhances student awareness of educational resources.
- Assists with processing of student admission registrations and payments as needed.
- Follows up regularly with every student in the assigned caseload to identify and resolve any barriers to success; works to solve issues related to student success including referrals to resources within and outside of the College and tracking to ensure positive outcomes.
- Reviews reports and updates Student Success Plans.
- Assists with recruitment activities including evenings and weekends to meet College enrollment goals; assists with offsite registrations and Dual Enrollment.
- May also greet walkin students; provide support in utilizing social media for various communication and promotional reasons; participate in Workday testing; and work on various projects.
- Works a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the students and the College (peak registration and weekends) including one evening per week and extended hours during peak registration.
- Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelors degree in a discipline related to education and/or student services (Masters degree preferred); two (2) years of related work experience; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this job.
- Knowledge of student services including managing tracking and supporting a significant student caseload from enrollment through degree/certification completion.
- Knowledge of intrusive advising.
- Knowledge of onestop enrollment incorporating registration financial aid admissions and similar support.
- Skill in organizing time management and prioritizing.
- Skill in working with Microsoft Office and Windows based applications including using a student information system.
- Skill in developing and delivering presentations.
- Ability to provide accurate and sound academic and career advice.
- Ability to be flexible be creative in problem solving maintain confidentiality use sound judgement collaborate with others apply initiative work independently as well as with others provide sound advice be discrete and be selfmotivated.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as sedentary work involving lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.
Classification
StaffSupervisory
NoFLSA Exempt
YesEmployment Type
Temporary With Benefits (Fixed Term)Compensation and Application Deadline
Pay range starts at: $39389.20. All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidates education and experience Open until filled.Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
