Academic Advisor

About the job

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Closing Date:

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Student Affairs Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little RockThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

CHASSE Student Services Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Academic Advisor is a 100%, 12-month appointment who will report to the Director of Student Services within the College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education (CHASSE). With an emphasis on student retention and academic engagement, the Academic Advisor is responsible for providing a holistic advising experience. This position will provide academic, major/career, and personal support to students; interpret academic transfer articulation, keep thorough student records; monitor students’ retention and major declaration progress; coordinate with various UA Little Rock constituents; participate in recruitment and outreach initiatives; and collaborate with the Director of Student Services to collect and report advising data. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Master’s degree; Experience working in higher education

Job Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Advise students in a holistic manner to support their academic, personal, and professional success.
• Develops and maintains accurate advising records and electronic documents in an organized manner and distributes information internally and to other UA Little Rock offices as appropriate;
• Support recruitment, retention, and assessment initiatives in the College, including student outreach and event attendance.
• Assist in planning, implementing, and managing services for CHASSE students;
• Oversee the transfer process of incoming CHASSE students and aid in the transfer of credits, articulation issues, and understanding university/program requirements;
• Provide academic support and intervention where needed to prospective, incoming, and current CHASSE students and connect students with appropriate UA Little Rock advisors, resources, and services. Empowers students to become proficient and self-sufficient within the UA Little Rock environment;
• Acquire, apply, and maintain expert knowledge of UA Little Rock’s undergraduate admissions standards, national and UA Little Rock college placement test standards, advising procedures, and degree requirements;
• Utilize appropriate documents, resources, and UA Little Rock  systems (Workday, etc.) to confirm and inform students of degree requirements;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Work well independently, as a team member, or in large group settings;
• Strong customer service abilities;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships in a non-judgmental manner with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and administrators;
• Effectively balance multiple student demands and projects;
• Demonstrate organizational and prioritization abilities in accomplishing tasks;
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
• Ability to adapt to change;
• Effectively operate and utilize a computer, telephone, photocopier, internet, Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.), and Google Suite;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends as needed;
• Knowledge of university structures and academic programs.

Qualification Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$47,888 Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Michael Norton, Associate Dean, mbnorton@ualr.edu *All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  *

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes