Academic Advisor II

2 months ago

Detroit, United States Wayne State Full time
Academic Advisor II

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Academic Advisor II at 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):

Provide academic support and accommodations for an assigned caseload of SSS-eligible students with disabilities.

Interact with University students with disabilities to assess program eligibility.

Read, interpret and analyze medical and functional capacity documentation.

Review, recommend, and determine reasonable accommodations, auxiliary aids/services for students with disabilities.

Maintain accurate record of communication, service provision, and student engagement for assessment and reporting purposes.

Communicate effectively and accurately academic and non-academic requirements, policies, and procedures.

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.

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

Collaborate proactively and effectively with campus partners to provide services to eligible students.

Advise prospective and current undergraduate, post-bachelor, and graduate students; provide a comprehensive suite of advising and disability related services; prepare work plans; advise potential and current students regarding admission, major and educational requirements and career planning.

Conduct information sessions and provide academic advising and disability related awareness on the main campus and at extension centers.

Continuously develop knowledge of best practices, policies and procedures, technological tools, etc. with regard to persons with disabilities and advising.

Work with minimal supervision.

Must be available to work evening and weekend hours as needed and requested.

Provide own transportation to work and work-related events.

Unique duties:

Qualifications:

Master's degree required; in education, counseling, social work or related field.

Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to persons with disabilities.

Previous work experience in higher education or related non-profit setting.

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

Computer skills commonly used in an office setting.

Demonstrated excellence in time management and organizational skills.

Demonstrated excellence in written, oral, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively with diverse student population with varying academic preparedness levels.

Preferred qualifications:

Licensed or license eligible in the State of Michigan in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, or social work (desired).
School/College/Division:

H92 - Student Affairs
Primary department:

H9206 - Student Retention
Employment type:
  • Regular Employee
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Job category: Academic/Faculty
Funding/salary information:
  • Compensation type: Annual Salary
  • Hourly rate:
  • Salary minimum:
  • Salary hire maximum:
Working conditions:

Normal office environmentThis is a subsidy conditioned position
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.
Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

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