Professional Academic Advisor

Albertus Magnus College; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Albertus Magnus College seeks a Professional Academic Advisor to support undergraduate students in their academic journey. The advisor will provide guidance on educational plans, collaborate with faculty, and contribute to student success initiatives. This full-time in-person role emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment with health benefits and work-life balance.

Benefits

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition remission

Retirement plan

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Advise traditional undergraduate students on academic and career pathways.
• Collaborate with faculty and campus divisions for student success.
• Teach sections of the College Success Seminar.

Skills

Organizational skills

Collaborative skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Office

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Albertus Magnus College: Founded in 1925, Albertus Magnus College has thrived through the dedication of individuals across academic and administrative roles, all committed to advancing the College’s mission and upholding the four pillars of the Dominican Tradition: Study, Prayer, Community, and Service. Today, Albertus Magnus stands as a vibrant example of modern higher education.

Job Overview:

The primary duties of the Professional Academic Advisor (PAA) position involve proactively advising traditional undergraduate students to engage effectively with their academic and extracurricular activities, understand and negotiate career pathways, and increase their satisfaction, academic stability, and retention and degree completion rates.

As a member of the Holistic Advising team, the PAA will collaborate with academic departments, other team members, and campus divisions to provide outreach, support, and advising aimed at student well-being and success. The role also includes teaching sections of the College Success Seminar and referring students to resources like tutoring and counseling.

Essential Functions:

• Meet regularly with assigned students to develop and monitor educational plans and success goals, including academic planning and registration.
• Provide students with information regarding academic and personal support resources.
• Collaborate with faculty mentors of assigned students.
• Serve as a liaison between students and administrative offices such as business, registrar, and financial aid.
• Participate in campus events like New Student Orientation, Welcome Weekend, Open Houses, and Admitted Student Days.
• Engage in the College's student success initiatives and the First Year Experience Learning Communities, including teaching College Success Seminar.
• Monitor attendance, alerts, and progress reports.
• Serve on the Student Support Team and attend professional development opportunities.
• Coordinate events related to student holds.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in Navigate leadership and meet with at-risk students to develop success plans.
• Monitor students with multiple alerts and work with the Registrar’s Office on attendance and withdrawal issues.
• Stay updated on advising best practices and conduct workshops for faculty advisors.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work independently, multi-task, prioritize, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion; strong organizational and collaborative skills; commitment to undergraduate education and student success.
• Proficiency in MS Office, email, internet, and quick learner of new applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to provide effective information and responses.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret instructions and work independently or in teams.

Work Schedule & Benefits:

This is an in-person position. Full-time employees are eligible for health benefits, paid time off, tuition remission, and participate in a retirement plan. The college emphasizes work-life balance and offers holidays and summer schedule.

Equal Opportunity:

Albertus Magnus College is committed to diversity and inclusion. Applicants should demonstrate how their teaching supports diverse communities.