Academic Advisor - Test Bonus Language = Yes

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional training opportunities

Exclusive perks

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a dedicated Academic Advisor to support undergraduates through holistic, student-centered services from acceptance to graduation.

The role includes teaching First-Year Thriving (up to 4 sections annually) and requires reliable, professional communication and collaboration with campus staff and faculty. Some evenings and non-standard hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required; equivalent professional experience considered.
• Two years of direct student support and programming experience may be substituted for a higher degree.
• Experience with liberal arts education and student advising preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct student support to an assigned caseload and help students achieve goals.
• Teach up to 4 sections of First-Year Thriving (1 credit) per year.
• Work some evenings and non-standard hours as needed.
• Collaborate with campus staff and faculty to remove barriers to student success.

Skills

Student advising

Program planning

Communication

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Time management

Caseload management

Education

Master’s degree in Higher Education or Counseling

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Student information systems

Job description

Academic Advisor - Test Bonus Language = Yes

Working Title Academic Advisor - Test Bonus Language = Yes

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility

As part of our commitment to attracting top talent, the selected candidate may be eligible to receive a sign on bonus up to the lessor of 20% of the positions’ annual base salary or $25,000.Payment of and the amount of any sign-on bonus, if offered, is subject to university, Board of Trustee and Board of Governor policies, local market data and pay factors, and funding availability.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Thrive@Carolina Campus Hubs (Hubs), which includes Academic Advising, a collaborative and innovative approach to deliver holistic support to undergraduates from admission through graduation. We represent a deliberately integrated effort that embraces delivering services in a manner that welcomes experimentation, is scalable and focuses on continuous improvement. Our mission is to champion students’ individual stories through purposeful interactions so that they achieve their academic, personal, and post- UNC goals. Anchored in the belief that we serve a diverse population in which every student does not need the same support or know the same information, Hubs seek to partner with students as they unlock their potential, activate their plans, secure their opportunities, and cultivate their community. Nestled within the College of Arts & Sciences, Hubs are comprised of ~60 full- and part-time personnel and serve students in a variety of campus locations.

Position Summary

The Office of Undergraduate Education seeks a passionate, committed professional to join one of the Thrive@Carolina Campus Hubs, comprised of individuals dedicated to providing student-centered, holistic and seamlessly delivered support to students from acceptance through graduation. Reporting to an Assistant Director, Thrive Advisors provide direct student support to an assigned caseload of students as they unlock their potential, activate their plans, secure their opportunities and build their community. During each academic year, Thrive Advisors will also teach up to 4 sections of a 1-credit hour course, First-Year Thriving, and therefore will need to meet the minimum SACS Accreditation requirements for instruction. Hubs staff bring positive energy and a collaborative mindset to their everyday work, partnering with campus staff, faculty and one another to eliminate barriers to student success and ensure all students thrive. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to the liberal arts, a keen understanding and appreciation of utilizing an intersectional framework to support students and demonstrated experience maximizing student engagement through highly effective communications and programming.

This is a 12-month, full-time, permanent, EHRA Non-Faculty position which will require some evening hours and may have non-standard work hours.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities related to the delivery of student advising and counseling or student personnel services, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Minimum SACS qualifications to be appointed as a fixed-term faculty.
• Two years of professional direct student support and programming experience.
• Appreciation and understanding of a liberal arts education.
• Experience or training in social justice, diversity and/or cultural competence with a strong interest in continued professional development in these areas.
• Familiarity with the academic, wellness, engagement and financial challenges faced by undergraduates.
• Excellent judgment, sound decision-making skills and respect for confidentiality.
• Ability to take initiative, and work independently and in a team environment with limited supervision.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize work and needs of students within assigned caseload.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships and working collaboratively with staff and colleagues.
• Flexibility to evolve with a dynamic environment and ability to maintain composure, professionalism, and positive attitude during lengthy periods of high volume, intensive work.
• Ability to utilize and/or learn various student services and software applications, learning platforms, and technology-based delivery systems.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Higher Education, Counseling or a related field strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of the academic advising and career services professions, especially integrated academic and career counseling and development methodology.
• Deep familiarity with the intersectional framework and best practices required to achieve student success.
• Familiarity with career and educational planning assessments.
• Experience teaching, training or facilitating.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations to groups.
• Experience, or interest in, contributing to educational research and professional literatures.
• Strong interest in promoting innovative systems and building a culture of integrated, holistic support for students.
• Familiarity with social media and other digital technology and their application in higher education settings.
• Involvement with NACADA , NACE , NASPA , ACPA , NODA or other professional organizations which support holistic student success.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.