Senior Academic Advisor or Academic Advisor
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3 days ago
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Job Summary
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) intendsto hire for two positions at either the Academic Advisor or Senior Academic Advisor based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Pleaseindicatein your cover letter the position you wish to be considered fororindicateboth.
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) Academic Advisors provide academic advising to students and advising-based perspectives to university colleagues and public stakeholders such as students family members and prospective students. Advisors integrate interpersonal and communication skills with knowledge of curricula policies (departmental collegiate and University) resources and student development to help students identify options set academic and developmental goals and make progress toward those goals. They gather data and collaborate with colleges and academic programs on matters that impact student recruitment success and retention. Advisors also administer advocate for or take a leadership role in programs and initiatives that facilitate student transition success and retention or that enhance the overall process of academic advising at the University.
CLAS academic advisors play a crucial role in the success of our students. They guide students through their university journey and are dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive educational environment.
Advisors engage with students through both in-person and Zoom meetings focusing on academic planning goal setting and encouraging involvement in opportunities and resources that enhance both their college experience and future career success. They collaborate with the career center to help students identify potential career paths and assist those facing academic challenges.
In addition CLAS advisors actively participate in retention and graduation initiatives and work closely with students facing academic challenges. They play a key role in welcoming and assisting transfer students during orientation to ensure a smooth transition to the University of Iowa.
Advisors collaborate with faculty and staff within their departments. Advisors support one another through cross-training programming and staff development. They are also involved in various committees dedicated to enhancing the advising experience. Furthermore advisors engage in weekly and monthly developmental activities fostering a sense of community within the College. They participate in important events such as commencement and recruitment contributing to the overall success of our students.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide academic advising to undergraduate students including guidance on major requirements General Education Program requirements academic planning and course selection.
- Maintain accurate advising notes degree progress documentation and confidential student records.
- Support students considering major changes and conduct graduation requirement checks.
- Facilitate exceptions and evaluate transfer or study abroad coursework.
- Serve as a liaison with academic departments faculty advisors and campus partners.
- Provide feedback and recommendations regarding curriculum policies and student needs.
- Support students as an advocate including preparing letters of appeal or recommendations when needed.
- Participate in recruitment and orientation programs (e.g. visit days prospective student meetings).
- Contribute to initiatives that support student transition success and retention.
- Maintain positive relationships with students families and the public addressing concerns and guiding problem-solving.
- Collaborate with advising colleagues participate in departmental and collegiate meetings and contribute to advising initiatives.
- Engage in ongoing training and professional development to enhance advising effectiveness.
- Provide support to colleagues through crosstraining and backup advising when needed.
- Prepare advising materials such as websites brochures newsletters and informational handouts.
- Assist with maintaining departmental advising content and resources.
For a full job description or questions about this position please send an email to .
Education Required:
- A Masters degree in a relevant field or a combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications:
- Academic Advisor: 1-year minimum related experience
- Senior Academic Advisor: 2.5 years direct experience working with undergraduate students as an academic advisor or in a related role where a primary responsibility involves conducting one-on-one meetings with students to support student success.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication especially in sensitive or complex situations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of student records.
- Understanding of the undergraduate student experience and academic advisings role.
- Demonstrated effectiveness working in a respectful and welcoming environment.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience advising undergraduate students in a college or university setting.
- Knowledge of University of Iowa policies and procedures.
- Experience with student development theory or counseling approaches.
- Experience managing an advising caseload of 100 students or more.
- Teaching experience in a related discipline (for senior-level roles).
Position and Application Details
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences will be filling this position at one of two mustindicatein your cover letter the level of classification (Academic Advisor and/or Senior Academic Advisor) you wish to be considered for required qualifications foradditionalinformation.
In order to be considered for an interview applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a Relevant File to the submission.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship in the United States.
The salary for this position is Academic Advisor: $48500 Senior Academic Advisor: $51500.
For additional questions please contact: .
Benefits Highlights:
Regular salaried position.Pay Level 3A or 4A.Located in Iowa City Iowa.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
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- Academic Advising
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- Teaching
- Mentoring
- Public Speaking
- Word Processing
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