Academic Advisor I

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Academic Advisor 1 - Boca Raton, FL.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Serve in the Academic Coaching and Career Enhancement for Student Success (ACCESS) Academic Coaching Center as part of University Advising Services (UAS) and provide individual academic coaching/advising and academic workshops to first and second-year students in such areas as time management, study skills, test-taking strategies, financial literacy, and others. 

• Manage a caseload of first and second-year students on academic probation and meet with students on a reoccurring basis throughout each semester to assist with course requirements, setting academic goals, and developing academic and career action plans. 

• Collaborate with the FAU Career Center, Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL), FAU college advising offices, and other members of the University community to develop/implement programs that address the needs of students on academic probation.

• May serve as a liaison to an assigned college or student support unit on campus and assist with revising and updating curriculum information and other media publications.

• Clear undergraduate registration holds; respond to email inquiries, present at new student orientations, assist with campus events, such as the Admissions Office open house and campus days and other activities supporting the mission of UAS. 

• Work and support undecided students, students with academic difficulty, and students transitioning into their major or choice and regularly interact with students, parents, university personnel, and the general public.  May teach the SLS freshman transition courses.

• In support of our FTIC and second-year students, this position will require some evening and virtual working hours on a rotating basis.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

The Department of Undergraduate Studies ACCESS Coaching at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves. 

FAU Benefits and Perks: 

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: 

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. 

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service  

• Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php  

• Sick Leave Pool Program 

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf  

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php  

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization required.
Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
Master's degree in Education, Student Affairs/Development, Counselor Education, Psychology, or a related field.
Experience in advising, counseling, orientation, student services or related experience at a university.
Working knowledge of the Appreciative Advising model.
Proficiency in working with computer programs specifically, Microsoft Word, Access, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.

Salary:

$47,660 annually.
Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

College or Department:

UGS - UAS - Academic Coaching and Advising

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Application Deadline:

2024-04-29

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email [email protected] or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.
As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities.