Academic Advisor I (College of Business)

Missouri State University; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Academic Advisor I for its College of Business. This role involves providing essential academic advising to students, guiding them through degree requirements, course selection, and university policies. The advisor will engage with students to monitor academic progress and address concerns, while also collaborating with retention initiatives to support at-risk students. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on students' academic journeys in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are passionate about education and helping students succeed, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• 1-2 years of academic advising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advisement to students in Business or related fields.
• Facilitate registration and retention plans for the College of Business.
• Assist transfer students in their transition to the University.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Management skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Experience with database applications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Academic Advisor I (College of Business)

The first date of consideration is December 2, 2024, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
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Position Information

Position Title: Academic Advisor I (College of Business)
Work Location: Springfield Campus
Department: College of Business - Administration
HR Home Department: 020300 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
Pay Grade: 42
Proposed Salary: $43,888/annual
Position Availability: No, Position is available to all applicants.
Appointment Type: Full Time Regular
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

General Function

The Academic Advisor provides fundamental academic advising to students in understanding degree requirements, course selection, and university policies. This position proactively orients students regarding admissions, placement testing, registration processes, policies, procedures, resources, and programs, monitors academic progress, conducts routine check-ins, and addresses academic concerns. The Advisor collaborates with retention and recruitment professionals and initiatives to identify at-risk students, and then connects them with appropriate resources, as well as contributes to efforts to attract potential students to the department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides academic advisement to students majoring or minoring in Business or a related field by being knowledgeable of the academic policies and procedures unique to the College of Business as well as the University, guiding students in decision-making, assisting all students seeking academic information, and directing students to resources within the University that provide additional assistance (e.g., financial aid, testing, career services, and student employment).
2. Facilitates the development and implementation of a retention plan for the College of Business by researching literature on student retention, attending workshops, conferences, and seminars specifically addressing student advisement and retention, and recommending alternatives designed to assist students in progressing towards degree completion.
3. Facilitates the registration process for business students by assisting in planning, organizing, and presenting individual and group advisement sessions that provide information and assistance regarding degree requirements, major selection, and schedule building.
4. Helps ensure the success of Student Orientation, Advisement, and Registration (SOAR) by presenting incoming business students with the requirements unique to the College of Business, advising individual students on course selection, and determining how approved transfer credit applies towards a business degree.
5. Ensures the effectiveness of the advising process by maintaining advisee files, regularly updating advisee academic reports, and validating the information contained in the advisee files with the student database.
6. Promotes the advisor-advisee relationship by effectively using various tools of communication, including email, telephone, face-to-face meetings, online meetings, and electronic advising notes.
7. Effectively assists transfer students in transition to the University and College of Business by providing accurate information and resources available to the student.
8. Assists business students in developing a plan for completion of a degree by evaluating computerized degree audits that compare the degree requirements with the student’s academic record.
9. Ensures continuity in the management and operation of the Business Advisement Center by assuming the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in their absence, when requested.
10. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and maintaining professional certification and/or memberships as required by the Director, Business Advisement Center.
11. Contributes to the overall success of the Business Advisement Center by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Education: A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
Experience: Academic advising experience is preferred, with at least one to two years in higher education or similar related work experience.
Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational and management skills, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail are required. Computer literacy is required, experience with database applications is preferred.
Other: The scope of the position minimally requires work in the evenings and on weekends. The position may require travel, including overnight travel.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Non-Discrimination Statement: Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students.