Academic Advisor I

Temple University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple University seeks an Academic Advisor I for its Honors Program, committed to fostering a supportive and diverse academic environment. The role involves personal advising, student advocacy, and program development to enhance student experiences in a collaborative atmosphere. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's Degree and strong communication skills, contributing to the ongoing success of talented students.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Pension plan

Vision insurance

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• At least 6 months advising experience in a higher education setting.
• Public speaking experience in both large and small groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized advising services for Honors Program students.
• Assist in program development and student organization supervision.
• Liaison for resolving administrative issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Student information systems (e.g. Banner)

Job description

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Temple University's Honors College is searching for an Academic Advisor I.

Salary Grade: T24

Job Summary:

The Temple University Honors Program is an interdisciplinary undergraduate program that fosters a supportive network of diverse and motivated scholars, guided by the following pillars: Intellectual Curiosity, Inclusive Community, Social Courage, and Integrity in Leadership.

Our goal is to produce well-rounded creators of knowledge with the confidence to advocate for themselves and others. We value collaboration over competition and encourage challenge by individual choice. To accomplish this, we offer in-depth seminar classes, a wide array of interactive co-curricular experiences, and personalized holistic advising - all within a dynamic and inclusive community. We are part of the mix that makes Temple University a wonderful place to earn a degree.

The Advisor I will provide specialized advising services for students in the Honors Program and assist with the day-to-day operations of our multi-faceted office. The Advisor I advises talented students in every school and college with multiple options and complex choices. They will act as an advocate and referral source, providing access to information, consistent outreach, and follow-up to support students' academic, career, and personal goals. The Advisor also serves as a liaison between students and faculty, staff, and administrators, helping resolve administrative issues while promoting student self-reliance.

Additional responsibilities include instructing Honors First-Year Seminars, developing co-curricular programs, supervising an Honors student organization, and participating in self-selected goals and projects to support Honors students. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

Bachelor's Degree and least six months advising experience in an academic setting in higher education. Demonstrated experience with public speaking in both large and small groups.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills along with the ability to relate to a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with high-achieving and gifted students who have wide-ranging academic needs and interests.Strong organizational skills as well as the ability to take initiative, work independently and as part of a team, and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software.
• Demonstrated understanding with automated student information systems, such as Banner.
• Ability to learn new and emerging technologies.
• Ability to work occasional weekend and evening hours when necessary.

Preferred

• Student centered programming experience
• Knowledge of student development theory.

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Higher Education

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