University Academic Advisor
The University at Albany has implemented a campus-wide student success model focusing on aligning current advising structures, strengthening campus coordination and collaboration, and providing holistic and personalized support for students from admission to graduation.
In furtherance of this mission, the Academic Support Center at the University at Albany is seeking an innovative and student-centered academic advisor to support the University's student success model. University Advisors are responsible for providing academic advisement to approximately 400 undergraduate students throughout their academic careers. This student-oriented position works closely with students to develop individual success strategies while collaborating closely with campus colleagues to identify potential academic roadblocks and engage in proactive problem solving to address those issues.
The successful candidates must be familiar with the development and pro-active/intrusive advising models, have a commitment to student-centered advisement, and be comfortable using information technology to assist in advisement.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Providing assistance to students in their development and ongoing achievement of educational goals.
- At all times, this advisor will be responsible for monitoring academic progress, assessing TAP compliance (if applicable), and communicating with the student about university requirements
- Providing students with academic planning services based on program requirements and support services.
- Promoting student success and retention through effective communication, service, and support.
- Connecting with students on a regular basis to build and maintain rapport and serving as the first point of contact to ensure questions are answered and concerns are resolved.
- Collaboration with faculty and other University departments to enhance student success and coordinate support services.
- Remain current on best practices in advising/retention and provide support to the University community as appropriate.
- Have the ability to work with a culturally diverse population.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization
- One year of professional experience or relevant graduate-level employment with a college student population
- Strong interpersonal, writing (as assessed by application materials submitted), and oral communication skills
- Applicants must address their ability to work with a culturally diverse population
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two or more years of professional academic advising experience
- Experience working with special populations including pre-health, international, transfer, and/or at-risk students
- Proficient in Spanish or other non-English languages
- Master's degree from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
Additional Information:
Professional Rank and Salary Range: Academic Advisor, SL3
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Application Instructions:
Applicants MUST submit the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications
- Contact information for three professional references
Note: After submitting your resume, the subsequent pages give you instructions for uploading additional documents (i.e. cover letter etc.).