Director Of Advising, Unlv Student Success, Advising Practice [R0142786]

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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Director of Advising, UNLV Student Success, Advising Practice [R0142786]

ROLE of the POSITION

Reporting to the Executive Director of Undergraduate Advising, the Director position exists to direct and lead the Division of Health Sciences Advising Center, working with the following schools: Integrated Health, Nursing and Public Health. The Director is responsible for leading and overseeing the delivery of academic advising services and student success strategies and initiatives to help increase retention, progression and completion rates for the health sciences schools. The Director is responsible for the administrative, advisory, and supervisory duties necessary for the day-to-day operations of the advising center. Director duties include but are not limited to advising undergraduate continuing and prospective students, maintaining student records, confirming degree requirements, involvement with curriculum and course related activities, and providing leadership in the implementation of campus advising policies and practices. The Director is responsible for directing and managing the operations of the Advising Center: set unit policies, supervise and train advising professionals and the Advising Center's staff, maintain advising center budgets, and represent the advising center at appropriate UNLV events. The Director will advocate and represent the unique needs of students in the schools of Integrated Health Sciences, Nursing and Public Health, in addition to the academic advising center at university level meetings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• This position requires a Master's degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 5 years of professional work experience in a field related to academic advising or direct student services + supervisory experience, plus 1-3 years Supervisory experience, and 1-3 years of Management experience. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

5-7 years of professional work experience in an academic advising leadership position with five years of supervisory experience; 3-5 years Supervisory experience; 3-5 years of Management experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Have knowledge of standards and best practices in advising on the UNLV campus and as dictated by nationally recognized professional organizations such as the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA). The Director is also responsible for creating and overseeing strategic programs to help increase the retention, progression, and completion (RPC) rates of the college and university. The Director must also have the ability to use various software applications so as to perform the Director's duties effectively and efficiently (PeopleSoft, MyUNLV, Rebel Success Hub preferred). It is essential that this person has knowledge of student confidentiality guidelines (FERPA) and a high regard for ethics.

• To achieve excellence in their work, understanding of all three components of the NACADA Academic Advising Core Competencies (Conceptual, Informational, and Relational components), and the ability to synthesize and apply them as needed in advising interactions is required.

• Have knowledge of leadership philosophies and approaches to lead effectively.

• The Director must have effective interpersonal skills including but not limited to the ability to communicate and coordinate with and take direction from university administration, college leadership and chairs of the program for which the Advising Center provides support.

• The Director must have the ability to understand, articulate and apply university, college, department and program policies and procedures including but not limited to: admission, registration, curriculum, university and college graduation requirements, academic standing, academic standards, and student appeals processes. The Director must also have the ability to effectively and efficiently manage, train, and evaluate work performances and procedures for advisors and the Advising Center staff to obtain maximum benefit for the delivery of student services within the Center, maintain the Center's budget, maintain student records, confirm degree requirements, and represent the College and the Advising Center at university level meetings.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Competitive total rewards package including:

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays

• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision

• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

• No state income tax

• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools

• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs

• Connect with colleagues with shared interests

• Personal and professional development opportunities

• UNLV athletics ticket discounts

• Statewide employee purchase program discounts

• RebelCard discounts on and off campus

• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost

• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin immediately.

Materials should be addressed to Search Committee Chair and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, "R0142786" in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both.

Information pertaining to the University's grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

Administrative Faculty

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references

Posting Close Date

12/31/2024

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.