Academic Advisor
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Job Description
Required Education: Bachelor Degree
Skills:
- Effective verbal and written communication.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office to include Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint and
- Ability to navigate and maintain databases.
- Ability to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students faculty and staff.
- Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information.
- Highly organized and ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
- Demonstrates ability to learn interpret and articulate complex policies and procedures.
- Willingness to work independently collaboratively and under supervision
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information.
Certifications:
- None
Advertised Physical Requirements:
- Sitting for long periods of time.
- Frequent talking.
- Occasionally stands and walks.
- Ability to engage in repetitive motion.
- Standard office environment.
- Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
Departmental Preferences:
- Higher education administration student development or counseling.
- Willingness to assist and support in College-level and outreach events after hours and on the weekends
- Willingness to be cross trained within all degrees within the College
Supervision: None
Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy visit You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our communitys unique talents perspectives and experiences. At OU we aspire to harness our innovation creativity and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex sexual orientation marital status genetic information gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law) age (40 or older) religion disability political beliefs or status as a veteran in any of its policies practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions employment housing financial aid and educational services.
Required Attachments
Documents required for this position are listed under the Required Attachments section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.
At the University of Oklahoma Academic Advisors play a critical role in student success. Advisors oversee student degreeplanning by recommendingcourse sequencing and monitoring progress towards degree completion. Advisors communicate information regarding
academic programs policies and procedures based on students individual needs. Advisors assist students in realizing their educational professional and personal goals by offering specialized guidance. Advisors operate within an extensive campus network of institutional resources designed to help students maximize their collegeexperience.
All Academic Advisors at the University of Oklahoma receive comprehensive training that is guided by the highest professional standards in the field and reflect the NACADA Academic Advising Core Competencies Model. Advisors are provided opportunities for professionaldevelopment and career advancement that are self-directed and encompass the wide offerings of the profession.
College of Atmospheric and Geographic Sciences will hire 1 academic advisor who will report to the Director ofAcademic Advising. The advisor will serve the School of Aviation and will have an office at Max Westheimer Airport.
Essential duties will include:
- Engage in and successfully graduate from the Academic Advisor Training Program
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of state university college and major policies and procedures
- Conduct individual academic advising appointments for a designated caseload that addresses short term scheduling and
long-term degree planning - Guide students in formulating meaningful and appropriate academic plans based on their interests and goals while
providing guidance on the General Education curriculum degree requirements and academic opportunities - Assess the holistic needs of students provide support and refer to appropriate campus partners
- Utilize sound equity and inclusion practices to develop a rapport of trust with assigned students
- Demonstrate timely responsiveness to communications via phone and email
- Manage administrative tasks associated with preparing and completing academic advising sessions. Evaluate update
and securely maintain student and advising records - Process academic forms such as Veteran Student Form ROTC Academic Plan Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic
Progress Appeal and petitions - Review mid-term grade reports and follow college specific protocol to proactively address academic challenges.
- Meet with students on Academic Probation/Reinstatement to develop their academic success plans
- Advise transfer students regarding transfer articulation review course equivalencies and assist with course planning and
degree completion - Conduct proactive outreach to encourage timely advising appointments registration and the completion of tasks that
lead to degree progress - Conduct graduation checks and degree and minor clearances
- Participate in institutional retention and completion initiatives
- Meet with prospective students and assist with programming for college recruitment and orientation events
- Engage with the Academic Advising Community through monthly meetings and professional development opportunities
- Academic Advisors serve as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) by fulfilling training and reporting obligations related to
campus safety protocols. - Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
