Assistant Director, University Advising

🇺🇸 Kent, OH 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $53K - $62K 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ January 19th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

Kent State University is hiring an Assistant Director, University Advising. This role involves serving as the Chief Assistant to the Director, handling administration, training, professional development, advisor recognition activities, and overseeing daily operations for the university's placement and testing services. The Assistant Director also represents University Advising on committees, supervises staff, manages placement testing programs, and coordinates related university services.

Highlights

Assist Director of University Advising with administration, training, professional development, and advisor recognition.
Oversee placement and testing services including ALEKS, Accuplacer, CLE, Webcape, test proctoring, and reassessments.
Manage scheduling, registration, and staffing for placement and testing programs.
Supervise Intermittent Advisors, student employees, and Peer Advising Leader program.
Represent University Advising on academic advising and student success committees.
Coordinate with academic departments to set cut scores and administer placement technologies.
Collect and disseminate placement and testing data monthly, semesterly, and annually.
Required knowledge of MS Office Suite, Cognos, Banner; skills in communication, public speaking, training, and leadership.
Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree with two years higher education experience or Bachelor’s degree with four years of related experience.
Salary range: $53,015 - $61,813 annually.