Academic Advisor, Haslam College of Business (Multiple Positions)
Regular full time, exempt, Market Range 07
The Haslam College of Business (HCB) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications for an Academic Advisor 1 (12-month, Full-time, Exempt, Non-tenure Track) in the Undergraduate Programs Office. The Undergraduate Programs Office provides comprehensive academic advising services for approximately 8,500 undergraduate students. The college has a collaborative advising team focused on assisting students in developing and implementing sound educational plans consistent with their values and academic and career goals.
Reporting to the Assistant Director, this position exists to assess undergraduate students’ academic goals, evaluate their progress towards those goals, provide advice on the most effective course of action and provide the college and university with analysis of that progress on both an individual and a programmatic level. The position advises students for all nine undergraduate business majors, university general education, and academic policies and procedures and provides professional support for the college by teaching first-year business seminar classes and managing various college operations. The position provides an exciting opportunity to be a part of UT’s strategic advising plan that integrates academic and career advising with self-exploration, leadership development, and experiential learning.
Job
Student Services
Primary Location
US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization
Hcb Undergrad Program
Schedule
Full-time
Campus/Institute
Knoxville
Job Posting
Jun 7, 2024, 3:25:41 PM
Responsibilities
Academic advising and mentoring of students
Meets formally with students each semester through scheduled appointments and walk-ins
Evaluates students’ progress
Reconciles students’ demonstrated abilities against desired goals
Informs students of academic options and advises on best course of action
Educates students regarding college and university policies and procedures
Enforces college and university policies and procedures
Evaluates students’ needs and makes referrals to appropriate campus resources
Develops strategic plans to accomplish academic goals that includes internships and study abroad
Fosters professional and personal development
Additional communication and follow up with students and families (per FERPA)
Administrative functions related to advising
Creates and maintains confidential, detailed student records
Ensures accurate electronic records are maintained relating to:
Communication of and progress towards degree requirements
Petitions seeking exceptions to or substitutions of university and college policies and requirements
Interactions between advisor and student, parent and other university officials
Monitors course capacities and course prerequisites
Participate in orientation activities
Other duties as required.Including, but not limited to:
Retention and persistence activities
Academic probation support efforts
Student development activities
Search committees
Various internal and external committee work
Teach BUAD 100
Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Master’s degree (or degree can be earned within one academic term of employment)
Experience in working with a diverse group of students in a collegiate setting, experience in advising and/or student development. Examples: advising graduate assistant or practicum, mentoring and/or academic coaching.
Desired Qualifications and Experience:
Preferred experience in academic advising in higher ed.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Required:
The ability to relate effectively to a diverse university community (students, faculty, staff, alumni and parents), strong written and oral communication skills; appropriate computer and IT skills; demonstrated organizational skills, and ability to handle simultaneous projects.
Application Process
The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.
Interested individuals should provide a cover letter addressing professional experience relevant to each required minimum qualification, a resume, and complete contact information for 3 professional references.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
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