Academic Advisor

13 hours ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Loyola University Full time
Job Title: Academic Advisor

At Loyola University Chicago, we are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Academic Advisor to join our team. As an Academic Advisor, you will play a critical role in supporting the academic success and personal growth of our students.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide holistic academic advising to a caseload of first- and second-year undergraduate students, assisting them in developing a meaningful academic and co-curricular plan.
  • Teach several sections of the first-year seminar and present academic workshops on various topics, such as registration, campus resources, software usage, degree requirements, and learning strategies.
  • Advise students in person, as well as via phone, email, and video-conferencing through scheduled and drop-in appointments.
  • Maintain accurate records using various software and develop advising resources promoting student success and retention in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Communicate degree requirements, academic policies, and FERPA guidelines to students, parents, and faculty.
  • Assist incoming first-year and transfer students through orientation programming and provide additional support to students in academic distress or on academic probation.
  • Prepare student files for seamless transition to College and School advisors at the conclusion of students' sophomore year.
  • May work prominently with special student populations and liaise with university partner offices in supporting student populations.
  • Participate in Student Academic Services signature programs, events, and activities, including but not limited to: Orientation, New Student Convocation, finals week proctoring, and Undergraduate Admission open houses.
Requirements:
  • Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Counseling, or a related field required and one to two years of related experience.
  • Experience working in an education or higher education setting with direct student interactions.
  • Strong interpersonal, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team of committed academic advisors and student affairs professionals.
  • Ability to help students develop an appreciation for and understanding of the Jesuit approach to education and the Core curriculum.
  • Must be able to work some evening and weekend hours in a fast-paced environment.
  • Teaching experience preferred.
Benefits:

Loyola University Chicago offers a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.


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