Graduate Advisor

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Cunningham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee seeks a Graduate Advisor to coordinate the administrative and student service activities of graduate programs. This 12-month, non-teaching, probationary role leads to indefinite status for eligible staff.

Responsibilities include recruitment, admissions, new student orientation, academic advising, progress monitoring, enrollment management, and DEI initiatives, with a focus on a welcoming, equitable environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate development and implementation of administrative and student service activities for graduate programs.
• Support recruitment, admissions, orientation, advising, progress monitoring, and enrollment management.

Job description

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Position Title:

Graduate Advisor

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Graduate Advisor

Job Duties:

Job Summary

The Graduate Advisor position is a 12-month, non-teaching, probationary leading to indefinite status academic staff position. This position coordinates and executes the development and implementation of the administrative and student service activities of graduate degree program(s) and/or certificate(s). Performs activities which may include: recruitment, admissions, new student orientation, academic advising, monitoring of progress towards the degree, course and/or enrollment management, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, program enrollment assessment, and academic program review. Strives to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment.

The person in this position functions with independent thinking, creative planning and decision making. Strong interpersonal skills, good judgment, discretion, and initiative are essential because of the significant interaction with