Binghamton University Binghamton , NY 13901
Posted 2 months ago
About Binghamton University:
Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.
Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.
Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
Job Description:
Budget Title: Academic Advisor (SL-3)
Salary: $53,500 - $55,000
The Binghamton Student Support Services (SSS) Program is modeled after Binghamton University's successful TRIO SSS Program, a college retention program funded by the United States Department of Education. This new, institutionally-funded program seeks to demonstrate that earning a quality education and achieving life-long success is not limited by financial status, background, or disability The SSS program aims to increase retention and graduation of first-generation and/or low-income (FGLI) students and/or students with disabilities.
SSS is seeking an Academic Counselor who is committed to this mission, and has experience advising, mentoring, teaching and/or tutoring students of diverse backgrounds. Successful candidates possess the drive and skills necessary to develop meaningful relationships with students, staff, faculty, and the University community to support the success of program participants.
The Academic Counselor is under general supervision of the Associate Director for SSS. All SSS Programs are housed within the Division of Student Affairs.
Essential Duties:
Academic Counsel and Advisement
Provide academic, career, financial and personal counseling to program participants
Maintain timely, accurate and detailed student records
Providing regular outreach to assigned caseload of students
Make referrals to appropriate SSS and campus resources
Assist participants with planning for postgraduate studies and/or employment
Teaching
Included in the teaching rotation for the following courses based on qualifications and experience: WRIT 100, a supplemental instruction course in writing; UNIV 103, a first-year experience course; and/or WTSN 301, a graduate school prep course
Utilize technology to teach an online workshop (in either writing, math, or soft skill developmental topics--depending on applicant skillset and qualifications) offered to SSS Summer Program (S4P) participants
Programming
Design and implement SSS programming to enhance the academic, career, and personal development of program participants
Contribute to the development of our summer bridge program, S4P, by developing and delivering workshops and seminars
Assist in planning special events such as award ceremonies, National TRIO Day, and others
Admissions
Assist in outreach efforts (i.e. work with University Admissions to attend Admitted Students Days and participate in information sessions for Binghamton University applicants)
May be asked to travel for recruitment purposes
Travel/Professional Development Activities
Individual is expected to attend at least one regional or national conference each year as the budget allows
Relevant University professional development attendance is also expected
Correspondence
Generate correspondence related to advising caseload, including drafting recommendation letters for scholarships, employment, and graduate/professional school applications
Other Expectations:
Requirements:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Experience advising, mentoring, teaching and/or tutoring
Demonstrated experience working with students who are FGLI and/or from marginalized communities
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Preferred:
Master's degree in Education, Teaching, Social Work, Student Affairs Administration, Higher Education, Academic Advising, Counseling, or closely related field
Ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in overcoming barriers similar to SSS participants
Prior experience working in opportunity programs
Experience counseling, advising, and/or mentoring FGLI college students
Additional Information:
Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.
Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov
Payroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/
Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."
Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.
For information on the Dual Career Program, please visit:
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.
Application Instructions:
All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=173807
Deadline for Internal Applicants: April 11, 2024
Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.
Please submit:
Resume,
Cover letter, and
Contact information for three professional references
You may add additional files/documents after uploading your resume. After you fill out your contact information, you will be directed to the upload page. Please login to check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp.
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