Academic Advisor - College of Health & Human Services

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Position Information



Working Title Academic Advisor - College of Health & Human Services Department CHHS Advising Center Compensation Title Academic Advisor Position Number 30014831 and 30022501 Position Status Regular Work Schedule
8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hours per Week 37.5 Months per Year 12 Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

Northern Kentucky University ( NKU ) seeks excellence by enriching its educational environment and culture through the diversity of its administration, faculty and staff and by embracing inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of its work. NKU is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We encourage applications by members of diverse groups and by persons with a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity and experience in achieving goals relative to inclusive excellence.

Purpose of Position
The College of Health and Human Services ( CHHS ) is accepting applications for an Academic Advisor. This is a full-time staff position. The Academic Advisor will provide academic advising, guidance and support to undergraduate and graduate students. The Advisor will utilize holistic and proactive academic advising strategies towards goals of student retention, persistence, accomplishment, and success. Primary Responsibilities

• The Academic Advisor will conduct individual advising appointments with undergraduate and graduate CHHS students in online and face-to-face programs.
  
  
• Provide personal and professional communication (face-to-face meetings, email, phone calls, Skype, etc.) to undergraduate and graduate students on advising issues and questions.
  
  
• Collaborate with other Advisors and staff in the CHHS Advising Center, Dean’s Office, and other departments within the college and across NKU .
  
  
• Engage in placement, transfer, graduation, and other degree-path issues of students to ensure student success.
  
  
• Generate and disseminate data reports form SAP and other university sources of information as needed.
  
  
• Collaborate on admissions, orientation, recruitment and retention events sponsored by Academic Affairs/Student Affairs, and the college.
  
  
• Attend Admissions’ events, student-focused outreach events, and relevant college/career fairs in the region.
  
  
• Serve CHHS and NKU committees as appropriate to the duties/responsibilities of the position.

• Participation in university-sponsored professional development programs, the National Academic Advising Association and the Kentucky Academic Advising Association is encouraged.

Qualifications
Master’s degree; preferred degree in Education, College Student Personnel, or Counseling, Previous advising experience preferred.

Additionally, candidates should demonstrate the ability to articulate an understanding of student development theory, experience working with diverse and underrepresented student populations. Experience working with online students or students in health related professions is preferred.

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and exceptional communication skills are required. Ability to work with diverse populations, strong teamwork skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks are also required.

All applicants must complete an online staff application and electronically attach resume, cover letter, advising philosophy statement, and a minimum of three references.

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law. Minimum Education Master's Degree Preferred Education Master's Degree Minimum Experience 2 years Salary $40,300 minimum Pay Grade S69

Posting Detail Information



Requisition Number 2022S1568 Job Open Date 03/16/2022 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/11532 Is this an internal only posting? Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents