Advisor

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Position Information



Working Title Advisor Department English Compensation Title Position Number 30014828 Position Status Regular Work Schedule
Monday-Friday Hours per Week 37.5 Months per Year 12 Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged.

Purpose of Position
To advise undergraduate majors and minors in the department of English. Primary Responsibilities

• Advise majors and minors in English, including new students, current majors, transfer students, as well as potential students. Assist in planning and implementation of academic advising. Assist students in developing a clear path to reach their educational and career goals, including connecting the skills of the English major with the needs of the job market. Deal with placement, transfer, graduation and other degree-path issues and refer students to appropriate resources as needed. Assist in short and long term schedule planning.
  
  
• Working closely with the chair and the Director of Undergraduate Studies, help develop and assist the department with program recruiting and retention activities such mentoring student groups and peer mentors.
  
  
• Collaborate with the College of Arts and Sciences Advising Center and NKU offices such as admissions, graduate programs, new student orientation, Educational Outreach, Student Success Hub, recruitment and retention efforts and others as needed in academic affairs and student affairs.
  
  
• Plan, present and assist with department of English recruiting efforts including Norse Days, Black and Gold Days, and other department and university recruitment efforts.
  
  
• Maintain documentation of appointments, advising and related activities. Generate and disseminate student reports using the university information systems.
  
  
• Become a Master Advisor. Attend regular trainings, conferences and educational events to stay current on NKU policies and best practices in academic advising.
  
  
• Transitioning new students into the English program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred

• 2 years of related experience required preferably advising undergraduate university students

• Proficiency with office software (Excel, PowerPoint, Access); ability to learn complex software systems (e.g. SAP, Tutor Track and Navigate) quickly. Ability to learn, understand, and articulate the requirements, culture, and skills developed in the English major.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and professionalism; strong interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong organizational and collaborative skills and ability to deal successfully with diverse populations.

• Must be able to handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy.

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Preferred Education Master's Degree Minimum Experience 2 years Salary $46,000 Pay Grade S69

Posting Detail Information



Requisition Number 2022S1560 Job Open Date 02/22/2022 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/11483 Is this an internal only posting? Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. What is your highest level of education?
   • Bachelor's degree
   • Master's degree or higher

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. References

Optional Documents