Academic Advisor

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time, Hourly (12 months)

REPORTS TO: Director of On-Campus Advising & Designated School Official (DSO)

DEPT: Enrollment Management

SUMMARY:

The Academic Advisor is responsible for providing academic advising for all new on-campus program students and for current on-campus program students who are considering a change in their major/minor in an effort to retain students and facilitate timely degree completion.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties may be assigned.

• Represent Cornerstone University and Cornerstone Theological Seminary in a Christ-like, professional manner to many different internal and external constituencies, consistently exhibit enthusiasm toward the institution

• Assist in the strategic planning efforts to improve retention and exceed annual enrollment goals

• Support registration of on-campus students via student self-service resources

• Communicate regularly with new and current students about course schedules, registration opportunities and student success resources via phone, email, text messaging and student appointments (in-person and/or virtual)

• Document communication activity and meet communication activity goals on a weekly basis

• Provide communication and transparency with faculty regarding student degree progression and registration needs

• Develop academic plans for all incoming students. This includes assisting students to identify their unique, God-given strengths, interests and goals, to determine appropriate major/minor and course selection

• Partner with an assigned group of student advisees to educate them on the value of advising, the LifePath (academic and career-advising) program, and graduation timelines

• Participate in orientation and registration events

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Bachelors Degree required

• 2+ years professional experience; higher education experience preferred

• Clear and compelling vision of excellence in Christian liberal arts education

• Demonstrated skill in communication, collaboration, problem solving, and project management

• Experience at the college level in program development, student services, and assessment

• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities

• Knowledge of current research and best practices in college student retention and student success

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and an active Christian commitment.

• A theology that supports the values and mission of Cornerstone University evidenced by an ability to affirm and sign the universitys doctrinal statement, The Cornerstone Confession.

• Enthusiastically embrace the Cornerstone University Identity, Mission and Vision statements.

SALARY AND START DATE:

• Salary: $16.82 to $17.78 per hour commensurate with education and experience. A full benefit package including health plans, disability coverage, and retirement is included.

• Start Date: As soon as possible.

Review of candidates will begin immediately.

ABOUT CORNERSTONE UNIVERSITY:

Cornerstone University is a vibrant interdenominational evangelical university that prepares students for lives of global influence in an academically rigorous, spiritually rich educational community. It is located minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, a dynamic city in Western Michigan that offers a wealth of outdoor and cultural activities. Learn more about Cornerstone at