Job description
Academic Adviser
Position Number
988812
Requisition No.
S01938
Salary Range/Pay Rate
$44,063 to $47,830 annually.
Position Notes
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COVID
-19
VACCINATION
POLICY
COVID -19 vaccinations are required for all Oakland University students, faculty and staff.
Oakland University offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefit program including a comprehensive medical plan with low contribution amounts for our employees, dental and vision plans at no cost for our employees, generous paid time off plans, a generous University contribution to our 403(b) retirement plan, tuition assistance for our employees and dependents, free access to our Campus Recreation Center and workout facilities, and flexible work schedules and wellness programs. These are current benefit levels subject to future changes. Oakland University offers a strong, University-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, which has garnered national recognition as a top workplace for LGBTQ+ community members; national recognition as a safe workplace, and consistent top ranking for support services to U.S. Military veteran students.
COVID -19 vaccinations are required for all Oakland University students, faculty and staff.
Oakland University offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefit program including a comprehensive medical plan with low contribution amounts for our employees, dental and vision plans at no cost for our employees, generous paid time off plans, a generous University contribution to our 403(b) retirement plan, tuition assistance for our employees and dependents, free access to our Campus Recreation Center and workout facilities, and flexible work schedules and wellness programs. These are current benefit levels subject to future changes. Oakland University offers a strong, University-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, which has garnered national recognition as a top workplace for LGBTQ+ community members; national recognition as a safe workplace, and consistent top ranking for support services to U.S. Military veteran students.
Employee Group/Grade
AP Band M
Job Category
Administrative-Professional
Work Schedule
FT/Reg (40 hours)
Shift/Days
This is a full-time position. A flexible work schedule and/or remote work up to one day possible with this position.
First consideration will be given to those who apply by February 22, 2023.
First consideration will be given to those who apply by February 22, 2023.
Pay Schedule
Month
Number of Hrs./Wk.
40
Position Information
Position Information
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Education (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Minimum of two years of experience in an educational setting.
- Demonstrated skill in working with students to achieve educational goals.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students.
- Ability to work collaboratively with academic colleagues in development of academic advising protocol and programs to retain students in their first year of college and move them into their major course of study.
- Possess strong technical and database skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum of two years advising or counseling experience in an educational setting including use and interpretation of career exploration tools.
- Career Development Facilitator (“CDF”) certificate and/or coursework in major and career exploration.
- Experience with an integrated student record system.
All Qualifications
Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered.
Additional Qualifications
Position Purpose
- The mission of the First Year Center is to reach out to all incoming students to develop a best fit choice major, create a graduation plan, and identify and assist students facing challenges along the way.
- Each academic adviser in the First Year Advising Center will manage a caseload of students and will assist them in all facets of academic planning and transition to college life.
- Each adviser in the First Year Advising Center will serve as a liaison to a professional school or the College of Arts and Sciences to insure effective communication in the interest of student progress and engagement.
- Each adviser will have a role in retention initiatives at the departmental and university-wide level.
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