Academic Advisor

University of Maryland, United States

Updated: 30 days ago
Location: College Park, MARYLAND
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Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Number: 110613
Title: Academic Advisor
Functional Title: Academic Advisor
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 1.000
Unit: BSOS-College of Behavioral & Social Sciences
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
This position will serve as a full-time professional Academic Advisor in the Feller Center for Academic Advising and Career Planning in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences. In addition to academic advising, this position will support the graduation clearance process for undergraduate students, lead the Peer Mentor Program, and serve as the liaison with Living-Learning Programs. The Feller Center is a student-centered, team-oriented work environment where staff who are eager to engage with and make a difference in the lives of undergraduate students are able to contribute their talents and grow as professionals.
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:

Exempt Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree.



Experience:
  • At least 2 years of advising or relevant experience in a higher education setting, including as a student employee.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to positively support and empower students in all aspects of their academic journeys.
  • Outstanding communications skills, ability to listen for understanding and with empathy.
  • Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and remain organized.
  • Experience collecting, managing, and analyzing data in spreadsheets and databases, and be nimble in learning and using a variety of online campus-based software systems.
Preferences:
Preferences:
  • Master’s degree.
  • Degree in Behavioral and Social Sciences, Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, Psychology or related field.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
Incumbent works in office environment using standard office equipment that requires long periods of sitting and use of keyboards.
Posting Date: 03/06/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 03/15/2024
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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