Academic Advisor

Position Information

Position Information

Vacancy Number:
S-01000

Position Title:
Academic Advisor

Classification Title:
Student Advisor

Department:
Central Advising

Employment Type:
Full-Time

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Office of Central Advising is accepting applications for a full-time Advisor position. This position will report to the Director of Central Advising and will be responsible for providing personal, career, and academic counseling to assigned student populations. Initially, this position will advise Computer Science students. This position will also assist with departmental and campus-wide enrollment and retention initiatives.

The candidate selected for this position will be responsible for the following:

Advising/Coaching (80%)

• Provide personal, career, and/or academic counseling to assigned student population
• Advocate for and intervene on behalf of students, when necessary
• Advise students individually and/or in groups regarding core curriculum and/or major requirements, class selection, academic policies and procedures, and campus resources
• Assist students with identification of long term goals and career plans
• Create and maintain case notes, student records, reviews, and related documents
• Work closely with faculty, staff, and student success personnel to ensure assigned student populations are successful in their degree programs
• Serve on committees as needed
• Other assigned duties as required or deemed necessary to meet academic advising goals within assigned scope of responsibility

Enrollment and Retention Support (20%)

• Assist with enrollment and retention initiatives, including call and email campaigns
• Represent the Office of Central Advising at on-campus and off-campus enrollment/retention events, such as New Student Orientation, AUM Road Trips, and AUM College Nights
• Prepare a variety of reports using Banner, Argos, CRM Advise, and other campus-wide databases

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of applicable University practices and procedures
• Knowledge of scope, guidelines, and operation of departmental or unit program
• Knowledge of basic word processing software and the ability to operate standard PC/PC software applications, including Microsoft Office suite
• Knowledge of general office procedures
• Knowledge of record-keeping procedures
• Knowledge of assigned department forms, rules, etc.
• Knowledge of student success strategies
• Interpersonal skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to advise students
• Ability to tutor students
• Ability to create training materials
• Ability to effectively teach a variety of topics
• Ability to respond to several demands at one time in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain records and safeguard confidential information
• Ability to work with individuals from various backgrounds

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Computer Science, Liberal Arts, or related academic field and 2 years of experience working in an academic environment or counseling role.

Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree and experience in academic or career advising in higher education. General knowledge of degrees located within AUM’s College of Sciences and College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences.

Job Open Date:
03/21/2023

This posting will remain open until closed:
Yes

Job Close Date:

Salary Band:
105

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Auburn University at Montgomery reserves the right once interviewing has begun to stop accepting applications.

$40,000

About the University/College

Located in Alabama’s vibrant state capital, Auburn University at Montgomery is a fast-growing university on the rise. Don’t just take our word for it: The Princeton Review rates us as one of the best colleges in the Southeast, while U.S. News & World Report recently ranked us No. 22 among regional universities in the South for the quality of undergraduate teaching and 38th among all public institutions in the region.

Auburn University at Montgomery is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity; therefore, we encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Additionally, the safety and security of our campus community is a top priority.

Quick Link
https://www.jobs.aum.edu/postings/6071

Position Profile Link

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Professional Reference Sheet

Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Computer Science, Liberal Arts or a related academic field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have 2 years of experience working in an academic environment or counseling role?
   • Yes
   • No