Academic Advisor I - Senior Academic Advisor II

Oklahoma-State-University; Stillwater (OK); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 57 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK is seeking an Academic Advisor to guide undergraduate students through academic planning and resource connections. You will advise on program inquiries, major selection, course planning, scheduling, and degree progress, while promoting student success in a welcoming environment.

Selected candidates may participate in professional development, teach up to two sections of UNIV 1111, and contribute to a student-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree conferred on or before start date.
• Master’s degree may substitute for up to three years of experience.
• Ability to maintain accurate, confidential student records.
• Knowledge of advising policies, procedures, graduation requirements.
• Teaching up to 2 UNIV 1111 sections is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Advise students on program inquiries and academic plans.
• Assist with major selection, scheduling, and graduation goals.
• Proactively reach out to students to offer guidance.
• Possibly teach up to two UNIV 1111 sections.

Connaissances

Student records management

Data systems literacy

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Advising experience

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Outils

Advising technologies

Student information systems

Description du poste

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Coleman Hickman, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$40,000 - $57,000

Salary

About this Position

The Ferguson College of Agriculture is looking for applicants to join our new team of Academic Advisors at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK. You will play a crucial role in guiding undergraduate students through their academic journeys and connecting them with the resources they need to succeed. As a Ferguson College academic advisor, you will be part of an academic community dedicated to fostering a student-focused culture and achieving student success goals.

This position advises students concerning program inquiries, students’ academic plans and progress, academic schedule, choice of major, and other academic activities and career goals. Academic advisors are expected to proactively reach out to students in various situations to offer support, and to assist students in making decisions concerning personal educational goals leading to graduation. Successful candidates will possess a balance of social skills to develop meaningful connections with students, attention to detail to provide accurate information, an understanding of academic policies and procedures, and a commitment to creating a welcoming environment.

Selected candidates will participate in professional development activities, including on-campus and off-campus workshops, webinars, and conferences and serve on University committees as needed. Selected candidates may also teach up to 2 sections of UNIV 1111 (Freshman Seminar).

OSU Agriculture is dedicated to improving the quality of life for the people of Oklahoma through science-based information and education. The Division is comprised of the Ferguson College of Agriculture and two state agencies: the Oklahoma Agricultural Experiment Station and the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service. For more information, visit: https://agdivision.okstate.edu/

There are lots of great reasons to work at OSU, check out our great benefits and eligibility at https://hr.okstate.edu/prospective-ee.html

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• Starting salary is based upon education and prior relevant work experience.

  A master’s degree may be substituted for up to three (3) years of required experience. Terminal degrees may warrant adjustment to years of experience equivalency. (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

  • Academic Advisor I: Bachelor’s Degree and zero – two years of experience in a comparable position.
  • Academic Advisor II: Bachelor’s Degree and two to three years of experience incomparableposition. Teach up to two sections of Univ IIII.
  • Academic Advisor III: Bachelor’s Degree and three to five years of experience in a comparable position.Teach up to two sections of Univ IIII.
  • Senior Academic Advisor I: Bachelor's Degree and five to seven years of experience in a comparable position. Teach up to two sections of Univ IIII.
  • Senior Academic Advisor II: Bachelor’s Degree and seven years of experience in a comparable position. Teach up to two sections of Univ IIII. Administrative experience that could include responsibility with unit programs and/or student groups; supervisory experience to include interviewing, training and development, etc. of employees and/or student leaders; and/or coordination of special projects.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Knowledge & Technical Skills: Ability to maintain accurate, confidential student records and ensure documentation integrity. Ability to quickly learn information and data management systems for use in advising and mentoring situations.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex information clearly and support students in decision making; Ability to effectively present information in large group settings; Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to build rapport and work effectively with students, faculty, and staff; Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and maintain positive working relationships.

Advising & Student Support Skills: Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with the student population, applying inclusive and responsive advising practices.

Analytical & Problem-Solving: Ability to assess student needs, interpret data, and identify appropriate interventions or resources.

Organizational & Professional Skills: Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy under pressure; Positive, proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's

  At least one degree in studies related to agriculture or natural resources.

• At least two years of advising experience and/or higher education experience.

Knowledge & Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of academic programs, degree requirements, curricula, and course prerequisites, including the ability to interpret academic records and placement information.
• Understanding ofuniversity academic policies, procedures, and regulations, particularly those related to graduation, enrollment, andtransfercredit.
• Proficiencywithadvisingtechnologies and student information systems, and ability to use data to track student progress and informadvisingdecisions.
• Evidence of successful teaching experiences with high school or college students.

Advising, Counseling & Student Support Skills

• Ability to provide academic counseling and developmental guidance, including support related to courseselection, goal setting, career exploration, and academic challenges.
• Skill inidentifyingand supporting at-risk students, providing proactive outreach, referrals, and follow up to promote persistence.

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

• Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills to address academic issues, evaluate petitions, and support decision making.

Organizational & Professional Skills

• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and staying current with advising and higher education best practices.

Working Conditions

This is an exempt position (which indicates that the position is exempt from overtime pay/comp time accrual). According to OSU policy, a 40-hour workweek is considered minimal for exempt staff and you are expected to work hours in excess of 40 hours per week when the work load requires additional hours (to include some early mornings, evenings and/or weekends).