Academic Advisor II

University of Mississippi; United States; On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi is seeking an Academic Advisor I to guide students through course selection, degree requirements, and career planning while upholding confidentiality and maintaining accurate advising records.

You will work with students at risk of retention issues, provide direction and supervision to Advisor I staff, and help develop advising programs and workshops to support student success and persistence on the Ole Miss campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Maintains confidentiality and accurate student records.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on course selection and degree requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of student records.
• Develop and implement academic advising programs such as workshops, panel discussions and guest speakers.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to Advisor I positions.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss — stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, and staff — can achieve their fullest potential. Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here! Build your legacy - a legacy of people, place & purpose Get tailored job recommendations based on your interests. Ole Miss attracts the brightest students, faculty, and staff from across the world. An extensive network of alumni back them up with their time, efforts, and generosity. Whether you are starting your college career or taking the next step in your studies, Ole Miss is a university that you can call home.

Job Summary

Advises students on complex academic matters, such as course selection and degree requirements, while maintaining appropriate confidentiality, updates student advising records and contributes to the development of academic advising-related programming. This individual also works with students who pose retention risks to ensure all students reach academic, personal, and professional success. Provide direction and supervision to Advisor I.

Job Description

Receives, processes and responds to academic inquiries according to established policies and procedures, handling requests that require escalation due to complexity. Serves as a main point of contact for students who pose retention risks, providing complex organizational information about educational options, academic requirements, and institutional resources and addressing their needs. Counsels students in identifying and assessing their interests, skills and values to match appropriate fields of study and career options and refers students to appropriate institutional resources. Maintains confidentiality and accurate student records according to program policies. Develops, plans and implements academic advising programs such as workshops, panel discussions and guest speakers. Provides leadership, guidance, and supervision to Academic Advisor I positions.

Job Responsibilities

Duties as assigned

Education Qualifications

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

Relevant experience | 3 Years | Required

Compensation

$46,904.00 - $70,366.40

Interview Requirement

Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

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