Honors College Advisor
- Employer
- Ball State University
- Location
- Muncie, Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Nov 6, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Other Education, Administrative, Student Affairs, Academic Advising & Academic Support Services, Counseling
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Details
Posting Details
Position Information
Ball State is a great place to work! In fact, Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. Learn More
Any BSU employee, excluding Faculty and Temporary employees, applying for a staff or professional position will need to have been in their current role for at least 6 months at time of application. Learn More
Any BSU employee who is offered a final interview when applying for a staff or professional position will need to inform their current supervisor of the upcoming interview. Learn More
Position Title
Honors College Advisor
About this Opportunity
The Honors College seeks an enthusiastic and engaging professional to help advise honors students and contribute to the student success efforts of the college. The successful applicant will join a team of Honors College advisors and student success staff who focus on providing honors students with a high quality experience that enables them to fulfill their academic and life goals.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Serve as one of three professional academic advisors to all Honors College students (matriculates, transfer, and upper division students) in academic program planning, course scheduling, and other academic activities; participate in summer orientation and summer advising; support the Dean of the Honors College in providing services to Honors students; collaborate with University College’s Office of Academic Advising in understanding and interpreting curriculum requirements.
Minimum Education
Undergraduate degree requirements from an accredited college or university completed at time of appointment.
Minimum Experience
One year relevant experience (for example, teaching, counseling or advising).
Minimum Other
Excellent communication skills.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Preferred Experience
Direct experience advising college-level students. Demonstrable commitment to Honors education. Knowledge of Ball State’s Honors College, Honors academic requirements, and university requirements; experience working with student information and degree management software systems; familiarity with Ball State’s current student information and degree management software systems.
Preferred Other
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
There's more to discover IN Indiana! Visit the following link to learn more:
IN Indiana
Department
Honors College:170030
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
james.buss@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Meet individually with Honors College students for degree planning, curricular monitoring, and academic counseling.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Maintain knowledge about degree requirements in all Ball State majors and university systems as they pertain to course scheduling, course selection, and other functions of university software that are appropriate to professional advisors.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Direct and participate in the advising portion of new student orientation; train and supervise summer advisors. Review updated matriculate data to determine necessary schedule adjustments.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Tutor new Honors students on interpreting the degree audit program; consult on creation and development of four-year plans for graduation.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Review and enter four-year plans for first year Honors students into the student degree management software system.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Promote strategies for retention (for example, individual interview sessions to address the following: time management, test anxiety, study skills development, decision-making skills development, or career exploration). Contact students who have received a midterm deficiency to identify the causes of the deficiency and develop corrective strategies. Contact students who have not registered for classes and facilitate the registration process.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Attend Honors College staff meetings and inform Honors College staff of current and pending issues arising from advising.
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202401645P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
12/09/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
11/06/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date
11/22/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Information
Ball State is a great place to work! In fact, Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. Learn More
Any BSU employee, excluding Faculty and Temporary employees, applying for a staff or professional position will need to have been in their current role for at least 6 months at time of application. Learn More
Any BSU employee who is offered a final interview when applying for a staff or professional position will need to inform their current supervisor of the upcoming interview. Learn More
Position Title
Honors College Advisor
About this Opportunity
The Honors College seeks an enthusiastic and engaging professional to help advise honors students and contribute to the student success efforts of the college. The successful applicant will join a team of Honors College advisors and student success staff who focus on providing honors students with a high quality experience that enables them to fulfill their academic and life goals.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
- Affordable Healthcare
- Retirement
- Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents,
and spouse)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development
https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Serve as one of three professional academic advisors to all Honors College students (matriculates, transfer, and upper division students) in academic program planning, course scheduling, and other academic activities; participate in summer orientation and summer advising; support the Dean of the Honors College in providing services to Honors students; collaborate with University College’s Office of Academic Advising in understanding and interpreting curriculum requirements.
Minimum Education
Undergraduate degree requirements from an accredited college or university completed at time of appointment.
Minimum Experience
One year relevant experience (for example, teaching, counseling or advising).
Minimum Other
Excellent communication skills.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Preferred Experience
Direct experience advising college-level students. Demonstrable commitment to Honors education. Knowledge of Ball State’s Honors College, Honors academic requirements, and university requirements; experience working with student information and degree management software systems; familiarity with Ball State’s current student information and degree management software systems.
Preferred Other
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
There's more to discover IN Indiana! Visit the following link to learn more:
IN Indiana
Department
Honors College:170030
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
james.buss@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Meet individually with Honors College students for degree planning, curricular monitoring, and academic counseling.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Maintain knowledge about degree requirements in all Ball State majors and university systems as they pertain to course scheduling, course selection, and other functions of university software that are appropriate to professional advisors.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Direct and participate in the advising portion of new student orientation; train and supervise summer advisors. Review updated matriculate data to determine necessary schedule adjustments.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Tutor new Honors students on interpreting the degree audit program; consult on creation and development of four-year plans for graduation.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Review and enter four-year plans for first year Honors students into the student degree management software system.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Promote strategies for retention (for example, individual interview sessions to address the following: time management, test anxiety, study skills development, decision-making skills development, or career exploration). Contact students who have received a midterm deficiency to identify the causes of the deficiency and develop corrective strategies. Contact students who have not registered for classes and facilitate the registration process.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Attend Honors College staff meetings and inform Honors College staff of current and pending issues arising from advising.
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202401645P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
12/09/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
11/06/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date
11/22/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Advising Philosophy Statement
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Master's Transcripts
- Doctorate Transcripts
Company
Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students
Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.
We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
Company info
- Website
- http://www.cms.bsu.edu/
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