Academic Advisor II

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Posted: 14-Mar-24

Location: Ames, Iowa

Salary: Open

Categories:

Academic/Faculty

Internal Number: R13921

Position Title:
Academic Advisor II

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with student recruitment and retention.
Experience serving as an academic advisor for undergraduate students.
Experience working collaboratively with student services team to enable student success.
Experience advising, teaching or counseling students in a professional setting.
Experience teaching or conducting large group workshops, presentations, seminars, or meetings.

Job Description:

The Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at Iowa State University is seeking an Academic Advisor II who will advise undergraduate Agricultural Engineering and Biological Systems Engineering students in all academic matters. They will advise students concerning degree planning, academic support services, academic policy issues, graduation requirements and other academic areas that support student success. They will also support departmental events focused on students, including but not limited to orientation, networking, and graduation. The Academic Advisor will provide referrals to resources for well-being and support, including counseling, academic success, and financial aid. 

Responsibilities include:

• Serve as academic advisor for Agricultural Engineering (AE) and Biological Systems Engineering (BSE) students. Advise other ABE and TSM students as assigned, assisting students in making personal education decisions and meeting graduation requirements including course selection.

• Interpret academic policies and procedures to support student success.

• Co-teach orientation courses (ENGR 101, ABE 102, ABE 110) and administer cooperative education course (ABE 398).

• Serve as a representative to and support departmental and college committees and other organized efforts.

• Coordinate and lead activities related to prospective student events such as Experience Iowa State, student visit days, transfer student events, and other departmental college and university orientation, recruitment and retention activities.

• Assist with implementation of the undergraduate communication plan, including creation of digital and social media communication materials and an active e-recruiting/retention program for pre-collegiate and undergraduate students.

• Advise and support the ABE Engineering learning community.

• Coordinate data collection, analysis and reporting for undergraduate assessment activities in conjunction with the Associate Department Chair for Teaching and the College Student Services Unit.

• Travel as needed to represent ABE student services at recruitment events.

The successful candidate will have excellent organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage a diverse list of tasks.  They will function both independently and with an established and functional 3-person advising team and be able to make and justify decision choices to students and other stakeholders. The candidate will communicate effectively in writing, presentation, and public speaking and will work with a diverse population. They will maintain confidentiality on matters which may involve faculty, staff, and students.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. 

Level Guidelines
• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
PS806

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:
February 1, 2024

Posting Close Date:
March 24, 2024

Job Requisition Number:
R13921

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About Iowa State University
Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see www.iastate.edu). Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see www.visitames.com). Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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