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Business - Graduate Academic Advisor II

Employer
University of Central Oklahoma
Location
Edmond, Oklahoma, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Dec 9, 2024

Job Details



Position Classification
Regular, full-time, salaried, exempt and benefit-eligible staff position. For more benefit information visit Why Work at UCO?

General Schedule
Position typically works Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm with regular travel between Edmond and Downtown campus locations as needed.
In-state travel to event locations also occasionally required.

Position Overview
Primarily provides academic advising for graduate programs in the College of Business. There are currently three graduate programs: MBA, MS in Business Analytics, and MS in Finance; all with diverse student populations. Will also assist with application management, events, activities, course needs, marketing, and other related activities for graduate programs in the College of Business.

Job Duties
  • Responsible for academic advisement of graduate students and related procedures
  • Responsible for tracking and managing enrollments
  • Utilize Banner for student information and problem-solving
  • Coordinate with the Jackson College of Graduate Studies on application management
  • Assist with graduate student and alumni events to include logistics, invitations, food orders, facility and activity reservations, payment, etc.
  • Assist with new graduate student activities for orientation
  • Assist with graduate student surveys every semester
  • Assist with graduation receptions
  • Assist faculty with course needs
  • Assist with graduate student recruiting
  • Interface with the Office of Global Affairs for international students when needed
  • Coordinate with College marketing, outreach, and alumni relations staff for promotion and social media needs
  • Assist with other duties as assigned
Position requires ability to work from both the UCO Edmond Campus as well as the UCO Downtown location.
In-state travel to event locations also occasionally required.

Qualifications/Experience Required:
Requires a bachelor’s degree in related field plus 3+ years of relevant experience or if no degree, 10+ years of work experience that provides knowledge and expertise to achieve results.

Qualifications/Experience Preferred
Minimum three years’ experience in higher education.
Knowledge of Banner, Slate, and Microsoft Office 365 preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Good communication and organization skills required.
Ability to work well with others and to take direction well.
Detail oriented work ethic and ability to manage multiple ongoing events and projects.
Knowledge of computer software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Bookings & PowerBI.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with ability to create detailed and professional reports, budgets, letters, etc.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, organizes activities, meet deadlines and conduct events.
Ability to effectively manage confidential and sensitive information.
Ability to effectively communicate with individuals of diverse backgrounds, interests and education.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.

Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


Company

 University of Central Oklahoma.

With strong connections throughout the Oklahoma City metro, the University of Central Oklahoma is dedicated to developing in students the confidence to succeed through transformative learning experiences. Central prides itself as a smart investment for success, preparing future leaders in an opportunity-rich environment, with access to more than 200 student organizations and the internship, employment, entertainment and cultural offerings of the rapidly growing Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Founded in 1890 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Central connects its nearly 14,000 students to unmatched value found in 118 undergraduate areas of study and 83 graduate programs from its main campus in Edmond and facilities throughout the metro area.

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