Academic Advisor I (Coe Professional Education Services)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Provides fundamental academic advising services to students within the academic units by being knowledgeable of academic policies and procedures, and assists students in understanding degree requirements, course selection, and university policies.

2.Proactively orients students regarding admissions, placement testing, registration processes, policies, procedures, resources, and programs.

3.Conducts routine check-ins with students to monitor academic progress and address any concerns by reviewing academic records, placement tests, and other standardized test results with students in order to develop course selections consistent with their career choices and degree requirements.

4.Supports retention efforts by identifying at-risk students and connecting them with appropriate resources and teaching the student to develop a semester-by-semester schedule and outline for program study.

5.Maintains accurate records of advising sessions and student interactions, including tracking and documentation of student progress toward degree completion, and utilizing university advising tools and systems for effective record-keeping, as well as assist with collection of necessary data, to review trends that may impact student retention.

6.Participates in student orientation programs that welcome and introduce students to academic resources as well as, contribute to informational sessions for new students on academic expectations.

7.Assist in organizing and participating in recruitment events for prospective students, such as, Student Orientation and Registration (SOAR) Program regarding orientation and registration activities and providing SOAR participants with instructions and pertinent information related to the orientation and matriculation of all new students.

8.Engage in basic professional development opportunities related to academic advising as well as attend training sessions to enhance advising skills, stay informed about university policies and changes in academic programs in addition to attending training and/or courses required by the supervisor.

9.Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

10. Contributes to the overall success of the Center by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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