Academic Advisor

Nature of work : The Academic Advisor, under the direction of an Assistant Director or above, assists in the design, development and implementation of departmental processes and/or programs. Recommends policies and procedures to ensure effective coordination of departmental programs. Typical Responsibilities: Coordinate the implementation and administration of departmental processes and/or programs. Provide day-to-day academic advising. Advise students both individually and in group settings. Produce degree evaluations for lower division students. Acquaint students, faculty, and staff with the retention programs offered through Undergraduate Studies. Assist in the preparation and delivery of workshops and training programs. Work collaboratively with university staff to ensure program's success. Assist in the preparation and delivery of workshops and training programs. May interpret departmental policies for area of responsibility. During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job related duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence. Required Qualifications: This position requires either (a) Master's degree from an acceptable accredited institution in a directly related area of specialization; (b) Bachelor's degree from an acceptable accredited institution in a directly related area of specialization and two years of experience directly related to the job functions; or (c ) 6 years of direct experience. General Description / Primary Purpose: The Academic Advisor, under the direction of an Assistant Director or above, assists in the design, development and implementation of departmental processes and/or programs. Recommends policies and procedures to ensure effective coordination of departmental programs. Job Function: This position is designated for Academic Advising for students interested in nursing careers under supervision of Brooks College of Health (BCH) Advising office, including advisement of nursing program admission and graduation requirements, hosting BSN program informational sessions, tracking students' progress, recommending degree completion strategies, processing registration overrides for clinical courses; tracking data for the School of Nursing (SON); advising on Brooks College of Health LLC, assisting with SON admission process, and ensuring BSN and DNP students' clinical compliance. Liaise closely with SON administration. Other duties as assigned by BCH Advising director. Academic Advisors serve as a resource to all prospective and current students within the College (undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and graduate). Academic advisors are required to be familiar with overall Department of Education and Board of Trustees policies and procedures that govern the matriculation process (e.g., general education, Gordon Rule, transfer admissions requirements, registration processes, class scheduling, graduation, etc.) as well as appropriate student referral sources (e.g., academic support services, career services) to facilitate student success. Academic Advisors perform the following duties: 1. Provide individual and group academic advising across all modalities including in person and via phone and virtual platforms, as appropriate. 2. Assist in limited access program admission, where applicable. 3. Assist in probation and suspension decisions and other scheduled administrative functions associated with the academic calendar as needed. 4. Assist in program reviews and provide college data as needed. 5. Prepare productivity reports. 6. Assist in the development of programs that increase persistence rates of undergraduate students while tracking and enhancing graduation rates. 7. Recommend and provide input on academic policies and procedures that impact student persistence and graduation rates. 8. Assist with NCAA compliance regulations pertaining to advising. 9. Serve as a resource and student liaison to academic departmen chairpersons, the Dean?s office and other student support service departments on campus (e.g., Enrollment Services, Dean of Students, Graduate School, Career Services, other UNF advising offices). 10. Assist in the development and distribution of marketing materials describing offerings across undergraduate and graduate programs. 11. Represent the College at various recruitment events throughout the year. 12. May be asked to assist in the development of recruitment plans for undergraduate and graduate programs. 13. May be asked to serve on College or University committees, as appropriate. 14. During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job related duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence. 15. Other duties as assigned Marginal Functions: N/A Departmental Requirements: The Academic Advisor position requires exceptional self-motivation and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with a diverse population. Must possess a professional demeanor and be receptive to change as the university and department grows. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing. Supervision Exercised: Supervision Received: General supervision. The incumbent develops procedures for performing a variety of complex duties within established guidelines; has considerable freedom while the work is in process and receives instructions on new assignments. Level of Public Contact: Initiates contact with students, faculty, and staff of the university on an ?as needed? basis. Contact with parents, potential students, and partners in the community as appropriate. Monetary Responsibility: None Policy-making and/or Interpretation: Assist director with writing, training, and administering policy and procedures for academic advising. Program Direction and Development: Statement of Responsibility for Confidential Data: Maintains the confidentiality of student records Important information: To be considered for this position, please upload three required documents on the application section "Resume/Cover Letter" by clicking the upload button for each document. 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Write a paragraph on your advising philosophy. Department Brooks College of Health, Advising Compensation $44,000.00 Annual Equal Opportunity In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion. The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. 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