Academic Advisor @ Touro University

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Touro University New York is hiring an Academic Advisor to provide comprehensive academic support and guidance to students at the NYSCAS. The role involves scheduling advising sessions, advising students on academic and career goals, assisting with course registration, monitoring academic progress, and supporting students through academic and personal challenges.

Highlights

Schedule and manage registration meetings using Bookings software, maintaining an open calendar and meeting daily appointment quotas.
Communicate with students via Touro email and Zoom phone, responding within 24 hours and documenting interactions.
Document advising outcomes in TC1 and report academic alerts promptly.
Advise students on academic planning, course registration, program requirements, and graduation processes.
Provide student support including orientation, case management, and referrals to college and community services.
Use and be proficient in TC1, Tableau, Degree Works, and Bookings software.
Maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information effectively.
Hold a bachelor’s degree and have experience in student recruitment, advising, or customer service in a high-pressure environment.
Salary range from $54,404 to $68,006 per year.
Work within the New York School of Career & Applied Studies at Touro University New York, supporting a diverse student population.

Academic Advisor Full Description

Overview:

The Academic Advisor plays a critical role within the advising team, providing comprehensive academic support, and guidance to students enrolled at Touro University's NYSCAS.

Responsibilities:

Scheduling and Meeting Management:
- Utilize Bookings software to schedule all registration meetings
- Schedule Bookings appointments from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
- Book meetings as Â½ hour sessions with a 15-minute buffer
- Maintain a minimum open calendar booking window of 45 days
- Schedule at least 6 registration meetings per day, and 4 on Fridays or early dismissal days
Communication:
- Use Touro email and Zoom phone numbers exclusively for student communication
- Respond to phone messages and emails within 24 hours or the next business day, documenting responses via email or Zoom phone account
Documentation and Reporting:
- Summarize meeting outcomes in TC1
- Report the disposition of Academic Alert forms to the Administrative Assistant and other relevant parties within 24 hours or the next business day
- Maintain contact with all assigned students three times per semester regarding pending issues
- Document all student conversations in the Notes section of Bookings
Student Advising:
- Advise students on selecting and determining their academic goals and link these with their career aspirations
- Inform students about college policies, regulations, and requirements, including majors, minors, and concentrations
- Counsel students on choosing their programs semester-by-semester in an orderly and sequential fashion
- Assist students in registering for courses and making program changes
- Perform graduation checks and inform students about graduation requirements
- Consult with academic department chairs and staff on programming and scheduling matters
- Provide assistance in filing appropriate forms and monitor students on academic probation
- Counsel and guide students with graduate and professional school admissions procedures
- Prepare and submit appeals to the Committee on Academic Standing
- Compile lists of potential graduates each semester
- Work with potential students to inform them about the college and help them decide if Touro is the appropriate college for them and which Touro program can best serve their needs
Student Support and Advocacy:
- Assist in the orientation of entering students and help them adjust to college life
- Serve as a case manager for students, assisting with college as well as community and social services
- Counsel students with personal, family, and academic problems and provide support during stressful transitions
- Inform students about available services at Touro University and make referrals to other offices within the college
- Advocate for student rights within the college environment
- Identify at-risk students and notify relevant parties
- Refer students to appropriate agencies for additional support
Additional Duties:
- Perform other duties as determined by the Deans and Directors, noting that some responsibilities may be school or site-specific

Qualifications:

Education/Experience

Bachelorâs degree required
Proven experience working student recruitment or advising within an educational institution or proven customer service experience in a high pressure environment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Proficiency in TC1, Tableau, Degree Works, and Bookings.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to student success.

Maximum Salary: USD $68,006.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary: USD $54,404.00/Yr.

Original Job Description

Overview:

The Academic Advisor plays a critical role within the advising team, providing comprehensive academic support, and guidance to students enrolled at Touro University's NYSCAS.

Responsibilities:

Scheduling and Meeting Management:
- Utilize Bookings software to schedule all registration meetings
- Schedule Bookings appointments from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
- Book meetings as Â½ hour sessions with a 15-minute buffer
- Maintain a minimum open calendar booking window of 45 days
- Schedule at least 6 registration meetings per day, and 4 on Fridays or early dismissal days
Communication:
- Use Touro email and Zoom phone numbers exclusively for student communication
- Respond to phone messages and emails within 24 hours or the next business day, documenting responses via email or Zoom phone account
Documentation and Reporting:
- Summarize meeting outcomes in TC1
- Report the disposition of Academic Alert forms to the Administrative Assistant and other relevant parties within 24 hours or the next business day
- Maintain contact with all assigned students three times per semester regarding pending issues
- Document all student conversations in the Notes section of Bookings
Student Advising:
- Advise students on selecting and determining their academic goals and link these with their career aspirations
- Inform students about college policies, regulations, and requirements, including majors, minors, and concentrations
- Counsel students on choosing their programs semester-by-semester in an orderly and sequential fashion
- Assist students in registering for courses and making program changes
- Perform graduation checks and inform students about graduation requirements
- Consult with academic department chairs and staff on programming and scheduling matters
- Provide assistance in filing appropriate forms and monitor students on academic probation
- Counsel and guide students with graduate and professional school admissions procedures
- Prepare and submit appeals to the Committee on Academic Standing
- Compile lists of potential graduates each semester
- Work with potential students to inform them about the college and help them decide if Touro is the appropriate college for them and which Touro program can best serve their needs
Student Support and Advocacy:
- Assist in the orientation of entering students and help them adjust to college life
- Serve as a case manager for students, assisting with college as well as community and social services
- Counsel students with personal, family, and academic problems and provide support during stressful transitions
- Inform students about available services at Touro University and make referrals to other offices within the college
- Advocate for student rights within the college environment
- Identify at-risk students and notify relevant parties
- Refer students to appropriate agencies for additional support
Additional Duties:
- Perform other duties as determined by the Deans and Directors, noting that some responsibilities may be school or site-specific

Qualifications:

Education/Experience

Bachelorâs degree required
Proven experience working student recruitment or advising within an educational institution or proven customer service experience in a high pressure environment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Proficiency in TC1, Tableau, Degree Works, and Bookings.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to student success.

Maximum Salary: USD $68,006.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary: USD $54,404.00/Yr.

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