Senior Academic Advisor

George Washington University, United States

Updated: about 17 hours ago
Location: Washington, PENNSYLVANIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
I. JOB OVERVIEW


Job Description Summary:
It is the academic mission of The George Washington University’s School of Business (GWSB) to be a preeminent business school recognized for scholarly research, teaching excellence, innovative curricula, and focus on the responsible management of organizations in the global environment. In support of this mission, the GWSB Undergraduate Programs Office is searching for a Senior Academic Advisor. This individual is a key contributor to developing forward thinking and inclusive business leaders, a core aspiration of the Undergraduate Programs Office.
The primary responsibility of the Senior Academic Advisor is to educate and empower students throughout their academic journey. This is achieved by focusing on holistic student development and prioritizing student learning in academic advising, the Business Leader Development Program, and co-curricular initiatives. Two core components of the role are academic advising and teaching in the Business Leader Development Program.
The Senior Academic Advisor plays a pivotal role in our open-team academic advising model. Our GWSB Academic Advising Team empowers students by allowing them to choose their preferred advisors based on availability and established connections. Success in this advising model hinges on each team member’s meticulous attention to detail, effective communication, counseling expertise, as well as their ability to provide sensitive and discreet guidance to students from diverse backgrounds. They are also expected to interpret and implement academic policies and work autonomously in a high-volume, dynamic higher education environment, demonstrating sound judgment, innovation, and initiative.
Beyond individual academic advising, the Senior Academic Advisor will also serve as an instructor in the Business Leader Development (BLD) Program. This program is designed to enhance students’ career readiness and community engagement by fostering forward-thinking and inclusive leadership skills. The Senior Academic Advisor will lead two sections per semester of one of the Business Leader Foundations courses. Reporting to the Assistant Director (Curriculum) for Undergraduate Academic Advising, this role does not include direct reports but may involve the supervision of two undergraduate student mentors serving as classroom teaching assistants.
The key responsibilities include:
  • Provide guidance to students on their course of study from orientation through graduation.
  • Educate students on University policies and procedures, goal setting, academic planning, and course selection, providing referrals to other resources on campus, as appropriate.
  • Teach two or more sections of the Business Leader Development Program per semester.
  • Serve on committees and/or fulfill programming responsibilities such as New Student Orientation, GW Professional Academic Advising Network, GWSB Commencement Activities, Admissions Panels, or other campus-wide committees.


Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Two (2) years of experience in an academic setting, including at least one year of experience disseminating academic information and reviewing/evaluating student records.
  • Highly effective communication skills and ability to utilize those skills to explain nuanced policy/curriculum and to contribute to the success of a team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to make quality decisions and judgments in analyzing and evaluating student data and academic records.
  • Strong interpersonal and public presentation skills.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to multi-task with demanding time-frames and pay attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality.
  • Strong knowledge of Google Suite, Banner, Degree Works, Salesforce, MS Office, and Blackboard.
  • Skill, knowledge, and experience in effective academic advising techniques. Ability to evaluate students’ needs and facilitate student decision-making.
  • Experience working with co-curricular programs and teaching is strongly preferred.
Typical Hiring Range $45,925.13 - $63,191.56 How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

II. JOB DETAILS


Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: School of Business (SB)
Family Student Affairs
Sub-Family Academic Advising
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40+
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM – some nights and weekends
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S013026
Job Open Date:
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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