Continuing Studies Academic Success Advisor
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Job Location:
Grand Rapids, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities:
70% Academic Advising
Degree CompletionPrograms:
Advise students ondegreerequirements and career goals as they relate to academic pathways.
Implement strategies to support student persistence and retention.
Document all relevant student communication in the universitys CRM.
Maintainaccurateand confidential student records ensuring compliance with university policies and regulations.
Analyze student data toidentifytrends and areas for improvement and develop action plans accordingly.
Communicate with students about credit for prior learning opportunities.
Review and evaluate applications for admissionin collaboration with admissions representatives.
Maintain regular correspondence with studentsincluding messagingregardingbook distributions deadlines for withdrawals billing timelinescourseregistrationupcoming breaksclass schedulesetc.
Collaboratewith offices around campus to supportstudentsincluding but not limited to the Library theCenter for Student SuccesstheCenter for Intercultural Student DevelopmenttheRegistrars Office Financial Aid and Financial Services.
WayfinderPrograms:
Review and evaluate applications for admission in collaboration with admissions representatives.
Develop and implement strategies to support student persistence and retention.
Document all relevant student communication in the universitys CRM.
CompleteWayForwardadvisingappointments with Wayfinder students to help them navigate their next steps.
30% Coordination
Assistwith book and supplypurchasingand distribution in collaboration with the Director of Continuing Studies.
Coordinatespecial eventsthat foster belonging and community among adult learners includingWayfinder and DegreeCompletionorientationsessions graduation ceremony planning etc.
Support coursescheduling and room assignments in consultation with the Director and the registrars office.
Create digital and print marketing andcommunicationin consultation with Calvins Marketing and Communicationsand the Director of Continuing Studies.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree preferred.
At least one year of professional experience supporting adult learners in an educational setting.
Strong oral written and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent organizational time management and project coordination abilities.
Proficiencywith technology and a willingness to learn new systems to support student success.
High levelof personal integrity and professionalism.
Commitment to diversity equity inclusion and social justice.
Personal commitment to the Christian faith and the mission of Calvin University.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule:
This position is basedatCalvin Universitys Knollcrest campus and follows a typical MondayFriday schedule.Some evening work is expected and regional travel may be necessary for partnershipdevelopmentprofessionaldevelopmentprogram administrationandcollaboration.
FAITH and EDUCATIONAL COMMITMENT
1. Commitment to the educational mission of Calvin as a Christian liberal arts University affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church.
2. A commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith learning and student development.
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT
Demonstrated awareness and commitment to effectively establishing relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity including but not limited to race gender physical limitations class or religious perspectives.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Athenahealth
- Data Collection
- Ellucian
- Academic Advising
- Peoplesoft
- Teaching
- Mentoring
- Public Speaking
- Word Processing
About Company
Calvin University is a world-class Christian university in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Calvin ranks #1 in the Midwest among regional colleges.
