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University of Minnesota Duluth is hiring an Academic Advisor to guide students in the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) through their majors and any academic difficulties. The advisor carries a direct advising caseload, helps with orientation and recruitment activities, and maintains student advising records. It is a 75% time, 12-month position that points students to resources across the university.

Highlights

Advise new students through their educational journey with a variety of academic advising strategies, including one-on-one advising, and mentor them on their pathway throughout their undergraduate experience.
Monitor student progress and intervene with referrals and resources when students face academic difficulties, while helping them build self-awareness around their values, passions, and strengths.
Take part in student recruitment and resilience programs, and serve as a liaison between students, faculty, University officials, and the community.
Maintain advising records and develop and update email messages for mass distribution.
Required: a bachelor’s degree plus at least two years of relevant experience or a master’s degree, at least one year of academic advising experience, familiarity with the University of Minnesota system and the Duluth campus, and experience with Google Suite and Zoom or similar software.
Preferred: a master’s degree in liberal or fine arts, counseling, or student personnel, knowledge of fine art programs and careers, and experience with advising tools such as PeopleSoft, APAS, or other degree-audit systems.
Anticipated starting salary of $35,000 to $40,000 per year, depending on education, qualifications, and experience, for a 75% appointment on campus with some flexible work arrangements available.

Academic Advisor Full Description

Academic Advisor

Job Code 9702AA | Part-Time, Regular | Student Services | Duluth | 75% appointment, 12 months

Job Description and Duties

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) Advising and Academic Services seeks a 75% time (12 month) Academic Advisor. In CAHSS, advisors assist students through providing academic information, helping with the selection of academic majors, providing support through academic difficulties, and directing students to resources within the University. This individual will support the CAHSS Advising office by maintaining a direct advising caseload, and assisting with orientation/recruitment activities, student records maintenance, and other duties. This is a 75% position and on-campus P&A position with some flex work arrangements available. Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications, and the anticipated starting salary for this position is $35,000 - $40,000.

Duties/Responsibilities

Advising and Recruitment (50%)

Proactively advise new students through their educational journey utilizing a variety of academic advising strategies including one-on-one advising
Assist students in developing and enhancing self-awareness regarding values, passions, and strengths
Monitor student progress and intervene, as needed, with appropriate referrals and resources related to academic difficulties
Mentor students on their academic pathway throughout their undergraduate experience
Establish and maintain connections with assigned departments, programs, and students
Actively participate in a variety of programs related to student recruitment and resilience
Be a liaison between students, faculty, University officials, and the community
Serve and actively participate as a representative of our collegiate unit on various committees
Engage in professional development

Records and Communication (20%)

Maintain advising records
Develop and update email messages for mass distribution

Other duties as assigned (5%)

Required/Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution plus at least two years of relevant experience or Master’s degree
At least one year of academic advising experience (high school or college)
Familiarity with the U of MN system, particularly the Duluth campus and academic programs
Experience working independently, collaboratively, and under supervision
Experience with Google Suite and Zoom or similar software

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in liberal or fine arts, counseling, student personnel or related field
Knowledge of fine art programs, degrees, and careers
Two or more years of relevant academic advising experience (high school or college)
Experience working with complex systems in a fast-paced and structured setting
Demonstrated strong interpersonal and presentation skills
Demonstrated commitment to equal opportunity and diversity issues
Familiarity with personal and career development issues for undergraduate students
Experience with advising tools such as PeopleSoft, APAS or other degree-audit systems

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $35,000 - $40,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. The salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Application Materials

Complete applications must include a cover letter with application, a current resume, and unofficial transcript(s) (official transcripts will be required at time of interview).

Diversity

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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