Academic Advisor I, Hessler Student Success Center, Mike Ilitch School of Business

Wayne State University • Detroit, MI • 5h ago

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedAcademic Advisor I, Hessler Student Success Center, Mike Ilitch School of Businessat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

· Communicate effectively and accurately academic and non-academic requirements, policies, procedure within the University and the Mike Ilitch School of Business.

· Maintain continuous advising relationships with students; effectively engage students in broad discussion from initial college preparedness through career planning; monitor and communicate using university systems, social media, small group, and face-to-face sessions, as appropriate.

· Coordinate retention efforts within the Mike Ilitch School of Business.

· Work with supervisors and in consultation with experience advisors, work with minimal supervision

· Demonstrate ability to act as liaison with other units; participate in meetings and work as a member of a team.

· Advise prospective and current undergraduate and post Bachelor students within the Mike Ilitch School of Business; provide a comprehensive suite of advising services; advise potential and current students on admission, graduation, and certification.

· Conduct information sessions and provide academic advising on main campus and at extension centers.

· Assist in the School's recruiting efforts, represent department at regional high school and community college programs and at college recruiting events; coordinate special programs.

· Prepare undergraduate, and post-bachelor work plans.

· Verify requirements for certification, graduation.

· Must be available to work evenings and weekend hours as requested.

· Must have own transportation.

· Continuously develop knowledge of best practices, policies, procedures, technological tools, etc.

· Facilitate orientation sessions and/or orientation courses for FTIACs, transfers, and other student populations.

Qualifications:

· Minimum Bachelor's Degree in education, counseling or related field.

· Advising experience at a university or community college level working with a diverse student body.

· Ability to quickly assimilate extensive knowledge of a complex nature.

· Ability to relate well and establish rapport with students, other staff, parents, and community.

· Previous experience in higher education setting (desired).

· Time management, organization, communication- written and oral, interpersonal, computer skills, Banner skill (desired), ability to work effectively in a team setting, creativity.

· Working knowledge of social media (desired).

· Knowledge of best practices in academic advising.

· Experience with diverse student populations: ethnic, gender, age, economic level, first generation, etc.

· Ability to work effective with students of varying levels of academic preparedness.

School/College/Division:

H16 - School of Business Admin

Primary department:

H1608 - Business Admin Student Services (H1608)

Employment @type:

Regular Employee

Job @type: Full Time

Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

Compensation @type: Annual Salary

Hourly rate:

Salary minimum: TBD

Salary hire maximum: TBD

Working conditions:

Office and Classroom environment

Job openings:

Number of openings: 1

Reposted position: No

Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)

Prior posting/requisition number:

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.

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