University of Missouri-Columbia hiring ACADEMIC ADVISOR SR in Columbia, MO | LinkedIn (2024)

Hiring Department

Division of Food, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences (FNES)Job DescriptionGuides students in developing and accomplishing educational plans. Advises students about scholastic programs and academic progress. Provides information to students regarding university resources to enhance academic success and problem solving.

• Advise FNES undergraduate students in a manner that fosters academic success, retention, and career development.
• Provide mentorship for the FNES academic advisor.
• Work with multiple constituents including the FNES associate director, faculty, and CAFNR Office of Academic Programs.
• Keep current on curricular matters and student organizations.
• Use the various technology platforms available (e.g., myZou, MU Connect, Stellic) in serving students.
• Participate in advising-related professional development opportunities (Advisors Forum, NACADA).
• Advise incoming students during Summer Welcome, August Welcome, and Winter Welcome as well as internal transfers.
• Assist students on a day-to-day basis through “walk-in” and scheduled appointments, phone calls, email, and other modes as needed.
• Assist students with understanding university and departmental policies and procedures. Refer students to correct offices and programs as necessary.
• Advise and communicate with students on curriculum, course enrollments, substitution/waiver requests, transfer requests, add/drop procedures, deadlines, etc.
• Track student course enrollment and evaluate and monitor degree completion progress and course and grade deficiencies students.
• Assist with planning and coordinating student events, such as orientation, and others as needed.
• Collaborate with CAFNR's Director of Career Development in providing FNES undergraduates with support as they build their development plan to be academically successful and career ready.
• Assist in collecting degree program learning outcome data from graduates.
• Attend and participate in FNES Academic Affairs Committee meetings.
• Maintain all student data as required by the program.
• Provide support for the Coordinated Program in Dietetics as needed.
• Engage in regularly scheduled meetings with CAFNR’s team of academic advisors and CAFNR-AP personnel for support and training.
• Engage with Advisors' Forum and CAFNR Recruitment Committee.
• Educate, advise, and prepare students for RISE experiences.
• Recommend faculty mentor(s) after learning of career and academic goals. Help build connections and relationships with appropriate faculty mentor(s).
• Assist with prospective student and group recruitment campus visits.
• Correspond with prospective and admitted students via phone calls, letters, emails, and mailing degree programs materials.
• Provide Associate Director with support in making curriculum updates, including use of CIM Courses and CIM Programs.
• Attend two graduation ceremonies a year (spring and fall).
• Other duties and tasks as requested by division associate director.

Shift

Monday - Friday with some evenings and weekends required

8 am - 5 pm

Minimum QualificationsA Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications5-7 years advising experience and knowledge of the university

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $44,262-$63,003

Grade: GGS-009

University Title: Senior Academic Advisor

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Application Materials

Resume/CV and cover letter.

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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