Academic Success Advisor

Job Profile:

Academic Advisor 1

Job Family:

Academic Advising

Time Type:

Full time

Max Pay - Depends on experience:

$53,000.00 USD Annual

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Provides direct student-facing support to undergraduate students enrolled at the university. Utilizes a wide range of software, student development theory, and retention-focused strategies. Working under direct supervision to support students by performing specific, articulated goals and outcomes

Job Description:

Position Salary Range:

$47,000 - $53,000

Essential Duties:

•  Provides 1:1 as well as group academic advising, recruitment/retention, and academic success support functions to students to ensue ongoing successful progress to completion of degree program.
• Provides guidance to students on course selection, registration, and the use of degree tracking tools to monitor satisfactory academic progress towards graduation 
• Provides Salesforce support to students seeking guidance on advising
• Works closely with students to identify all academic options including but not limited to: degrees, tutoring, study abroad program(s), research, and internships; supports and provides advice to students in selection of options best suited to goals, interests and skills. 
• Monitors student academic progress and program effectiveness using a variety of technology-based tools; works closely and collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff to ensure academic success.
• Working under limited or minimal supervision, handles problems, proactively provides guidance and advice to students.  Responds to student questions and concerns, works to ensure ongoing satisfaction for students with their program and degree progress, provides follow up to ensure satisfaction with and effectiveness of services, and utilizes a variety of university data and programmatic direction to promote student academic success.
• Acts as primary liaison to connect students with academic personal resources including but not limited to tutoring, counseling and career services; provides follow-up to ensure satisfaction with and effectiveness of services.
• Works collaboratively and collegially with academic units and services throughout the university to facilitate comprehensive student support.
• Utilizes collegial interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing, virtually and by phone; establishes and maintains effective professional working relationships.  
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in college level academic advising, including both online and campus-based students.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Experience working in a fast paced and high-volume advising unit.
• Experience using student information computer systems and degree audits (i.e., PeopleSoft, DARS).
• Experience using database programs (Analytics, Salesforce).
• Experience in thinking critically to solve problems independently and as part of a group.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current issues and theories in public and higher education and college advising.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and cloud-based video communication platforms (i.e. Zoom).
• Experience assisting with special events (i.e. Fall Welcome, Commencement/Convocation).
• Evidence of effective communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of ASU academic structure and organization.
• Evidence of Master's degree in higher education or related area

Working Environment:

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse.
• Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.
• Occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.
• Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to; computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.
• This position receives regular review of objectives by school administrator.

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$18563.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter

• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact HR Talent Acquisition before the posting close date to request edits.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

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Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Background Check Statement:

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Fingerprint Check Statement:

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