Academic Advisor (Multiple Vacancies)

Position Title Academic Advisor (multiple vacancies) Working Location (City, State) Boone, NC Faculty Rank No Provide Rank Position Number 096091 Department College of Health Sciences

• 273000 Description of University

Appalachian State University, in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution

• At least one year of professional experience working as an academic advisor in higher education

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Experience cultivating and supporting a welcoming community and a workplace culture of collaboration and respect through education and inclusive practices

• Excellent written communication skills

• Demonstrated success taking initiative and working independently

• Strong organizational ability with attention to detail and accuracy

• High level of proficiency using Google G-Suite and ability to quickly learn technical advising tools

License/Certification Required

N/A

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree earned in student development, counseling, higher education, or a related field

• Experience advising online students

• Experience advising transfer students

• Experience advising adult learners

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Academic Advisors in the Office of Advising and Academic Support in the Beaver College of Health Sciences at Appalachian State University provide a variety of services to undergraduate Health Sciences majors and serve students in one or more of the following programs: Communication Sciences & Disorders; Exercise Science; Health Care Management; Health, Physical Education & Coaching; Health Sciences; Nursing; Nutrition & Foods; Public Health; Recreation Management; and Social Work.

Advisors collaborate with BCHS records staff, department chairs, program directors, faculty mentors, and others to ensure student success. In addition, advisors are familiar with and work closely with colleagues in other units on campus, including Financial Aid, Student Success, Transfer Admissions and Engagement, Registrar, etc.

The primary reporting location for this position will be at the Boone, NC campus.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting undergraduate students in developing appropriate and realistic academic plans via individualized graduation plans, as well as proactively monitoring academic progress.

• Assisting students with course selection and obtaining or granting special permissions for course enrollment when needed.

• Assisting students who are having academic difficulty by providing resources and strategies for achieving academic success.

• Disseminating information about academic programs and policies to new and continuing students.

• Serving as a liaison with the assigned academic program(s).

• Providing guidance to faculty and staff on student issues and academic policies.

• Attending special events and meetings as needed.

• Other duties or special projects as assigned

Type of Position Full Time Position Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty Appointment Type 1.0 Work Schedule/Hours Monday

• Friday, 8:00am

• 5:00pm, some weekend and evening work as needed; after initial training is complete, this position may be eligible for up to 2 remote work days per week Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff No Suggested Salary Range $48,000 - $55,000 Physical Demands of Position

Sitting at computer for prolonged periods.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 06/18/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled No Evaluation of Applications Begins 07/01/2024 Proposed Date of Hire 08/05/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach required documents:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Provide a List of 3 References with Contact Information

Search Chair Name Jessica Guggenheimer Search Chair Email guggenheimerjb@appstate.edu Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/46690 Posting Number 201501459P