Associate Academic Advisor

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside invites applications for a full-time, 12-month Academic Staff position in the Advising and Career Center. The Associate Advisor position will provide quality academic advisement; counseling students on academic issues and program progress to promote academic success and connect students to the campus.  This position will assist students in assessing academic skills, interpreting assessment results and in course selection based on those results as well as registration procedures.  This position will also act as liaison and support for campus departments in their efforts to develop and implement programs and services that foster an inclusive community. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Guide students in making informed decisions regarding eduational and career goals.  Meet with students to create an academic plan and select other experiences in service of their goals.  Engage students in continuing self-assessment and communicate with them as needed by phone, email, etc.
• Assist students in transitioning to the academic environment and advocate for their success.  Monitor academic progress of students and develop intervention strategies to assist students in their academic development.  Make referrals as warranted.
• Provide timely and accurate information and interpret academic requirements as well as University policies and procedures to assigned advisees and general University community.  Collaborate with other advisors and faculty/staff regularly.
• Participate in University student development and retention programs; serve as resource for faculty/staff.  Develop advising materials and presentations to support individual and group student sessions.
• Record data on student interactions using appropriate technology.
• Participate in unit planning, professional development activities and campus committees as appropriate.  Serve as student organization advisor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with students diverse in ability, background and academic interests and assess their needs.
• Demonstrated understanding of current trends in Academic Advising and higher education.
• Demonstrated commitment to serving students upon matriculation through choice of major.
• Knowledge of advising techniques and theory. 
• Ability to interact with faculty, staff, students and employment community.
• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems or concerns.
• Ability to work independently and with a team of colleagues.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize multiple work assignments and projects.
• Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, email and database applications.
• Working knowledge of time management techniques and practices.
• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems or concerns.
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement strategies to encourage student participation in various programs and events.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct presentations.
• Knowledge of problem solving and conflict resolution techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply regulations, policies, guidelines, and procedures; analyze work and reporting requirements.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master's degree in counseling, higher education/college personnel or related area.
• Experience in college advising center, student success center or first year programs.
• Experience with retention programs.
• Proficient in software applications such as Microsoft Suite (MS Word, Excel, Power Point), etc.

Preferred:

• Experience advising undecided students using advising and career counseling theory.

Salary:

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan.

The University:

UW-Parkside is committed to diversity, engagement, access, and academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to these goals are encouraged to identify strengths and experiences. The University enrolls approximately 5,100 students, many of whom are first generation and nontraditional students. Located in northern Kenosha Country in the Chicago-Milwaukee urban corridor, much of the university’s 700-acre campus has been preserved in its natural wooded and prairie state.

Review of Applications:

Applications received by July 2^nd, 2010 are ensured full consideration; position is open until filled.

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit the following, preferably in electronic format:

• a cover letter outlining their qualifications for the position
• resume
• list of three or more professional references with contact information

Email submissions to: muhlenbe@uwp.edu

Mail submissions attention: Judy Muhlenbeck, Search Committee, Advising and Career Center, University of Wisconsin-Parkside, Kenosha, WI 53141.

UW-Parkside is an AA/EEO employer D/M/V/W