Graduate Senior Advising Specialist
Graduate Senior Advising Specialist
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$ 50000 - 61800
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About the University
Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) enrolls over 16000 students where nearly 60% are first generation and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver we are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission MSU Denver is a model university for todays students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable flexible and holistic education MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees and career and life success.
About the Department of Social Work
We accomplish this by:
- Educating and training students to work with individuals families groups organizations and communities including those who are members of historically excluded populations.
- Building community centered and strategic partnerships with organizations co-creating relationship-centered learning and working environments to foster growth and collaboration.
- Utilizing the NASW Code of Ethics to inform teaching and practice while adapting to changes in the field and world drawing from a vast knowledge base informed by multiple perspectives.
Position Summary
MSU Denver is seeking applicants for a Graduate Senior Advising Specialist. The Graduate Senior Advising Specialist in the Department of Social Work provides academic advising and coaching support to 300-500 graduate students in the Master of Social Work program as well as providing support for prospective MSW program students.
Responsibilities
Graduate Student Advising - 30%
- Provide academic advising to MSW program students in person by phone or online.
- Use Navigate360 and other advising-related systems to document student interactions and facilitate communication.
- Maintain an advanced understanding of the MSW program curriculum and degree completion options to maximize student progression and retention.
- Coordinate closely with the Office of Social Work Internships to ensure students are receiving critical information regarding internship placement and support.
- Facilitate student enrollment and solve registration problems and errors.
- Work with a diverse population of graduate students who are at various levels in their careers and lives.
- Analyze Degree Progress Reports (DPRs) at the conclusion of every semester and provide students with an individualized Academic Progress Report (APR) that includes an attainable path to graduation.
- Identify students who are out of academic standing compliance and design a customized resolution plan that adheres to programmatic course sequencing rules as well as Departmental and University policies and procedures.
- Conduct outreach activities that impact retention such as Early Alert campaigns drop and withdraw support and leave of absences.
- Initiate students applications for graduation and determine who is eligible for graduation in partnership with the Registrars Office.
- Design and participate in University and departmental advising campaigns.
- Ensure individual advising services are accessible to all students to include both fully online and on campus students.
- Engage in assessment practices to continually improve and develop advising services.
Graduate Student Coaching - 30%
- Meet regularly with the MSW Program Director to discuss student support needs and attend MSW faculty meetings.
- Coach students through academic and administrative barriers to connect them with resources and provide additional check-ins with students as needed.
- Coordinate Student Support Reviews (SSR) as needed that involve feedback from all instructors and faculty advisor.
- Work collaboratively with program faculty to identify student support needs on a cohort or individual basis and to foster a network of support for students between the student advisor and faculty.
- Communicate with the Office of Social Work Internships on student support issues.
- Engage with University student support resources such as CARE reports Office of Graduate Studies the Counseling Center and other areas.
- Participate in the Student Support Process through attendance in formal resolution focused meetings.
- Engage in assessment of the Student Support Process to ensure the student perspective is considered.
Student Engagement and Post Graduate Success - 25%
- Lead information sessions for prospective MSW students and offer individual prospective student support.
- Maintain and regularly assess the MSW Program Student Orientation in Canvas.
- Participate in the MSW Program Fall Assembly and MSW Pinning and Hooding Ceremony and any other departmental events.
- Educate MSW Program students on licensure options requirements and policies including how licensure varies from state to state with a focus on Colorado.
- Liaise with the National Association of Social Workers Colorado (NASW-CO) to stay informed about licensure requirements or policies.
- Work with the Social Work Assessment Committee to faciliate exit and alumni surveys.
- Explore a mentorship program or other means of connection for MSW alums and current students.
Departmental and University Engagement - 10%
- Serve on at least two departmental committees.
- Actively participate in the MSU Denver advising community including attendance at regular meetings providing feedback and participating in workgroups as needed.
- Serve as a point of contact for MSU Denver Graduate Studies including attendance at regular meetings providing feedback and participating in workgroups as needed.
Other duties as assigned - 5%
Job Knowledge Skills and Competencies
- Exceptional organizational planning and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally
- Ability to build strong relationships with students faculty and colleagues
- Demonstrated ability to relate effectively with a diverse university community
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree
- Minimum of 3 years of academic advising experience or work in a similar student success role
- Detail-oriented; ability to consistently and accurately track and maintain data
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree in higher education social work or other related field
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency
- Experience assisting with developing and/or leading trainings workshops or presentations
We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every preferred qualification. We are most interested in finding the candidate who will best contribute to our department our mission and the University.
Schedule Information
- Full Time
- Exempt
- Days of Week: Monday Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Evenings and Weekend Work: Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekend hours as needed
- Schedule: Hybrid with required in person on campus work as well as some remote schedules
- Travel: Rarely
Salary for Announcement
Under Colorado law MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience skills knowledge abilities education licensure and certifications analysis of internal equity and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The anticipated hiring range that the university reasonably expects to pay for this position is$50000 - $61800.
This position is paid monthly and is eligible for MSU Denver benefits.
Instructions to Apply
Please apply by visiting our career site and searching for JR104033.
For full consideration the following documents must be submitted:
- Resume
- Cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
Professional references and their contact information will be requested from the finalist/s. At least one reference provided must be a supervisor (either current or former).
Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.
Deadline
Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received through Monday July 28 2025 at 11:59 PM MST.
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Posting Representative
Tanya RogowskyPosting Representative Email
Benefits
The Universitys benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical vision and dental free RTD pass tuition reimbursement as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans retirement plans and other programs such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) MSU Denversbenefits websiteto learn more.
For a brief overview please see: University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at.
Background Checks
Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.
Diversity Statement
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique access-oriented campus community that values diversity equity and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.
We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students faculty and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
