Academic Coordinator/Advisor 1

Title:

1484-NN - Academic Coordinator/Advisor 1

Business Title:

Academic Coordinator/Advisor 1

Location:

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional

Job Family:

Administrative Professional - Not OT Eligible

Position Details:

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor’s Proclamation 21-14.1, as a condition of employment, all WSU employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation no later than October 18, 2021. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Vaccine or an approved accommodation for new employees will be verified no later than October 18, 2021. If the effective date of appointment is October 18, 2021 or later vaccine or approved accommodation status will be verified prior to first day of employment. Please reach out to Human Resource Services (HRS) at [email protected] or 509-335-4521 if you have questions regarding this.

Summary of Duties:
The Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture is searching for an Academic Coordinator/Advisor to work in the school of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS). The primary responsibility of the Academic Coordinator/ Advisor 1 is to carry an academic advising load reflecting a diverse undergraduate student population and to provide support and education to enhance each student’s learning experience at WSU. 

The majority of the duties include, but are not limited to, assisting students with course scheduling and registration; developing individual academic plans and educating students in the areas of academic planning; interpretation of degree, department, school, college and university requirements; career exploration and other related matters; counseling non-VCEA students about possible admission to academic programs; and providing academic planning advice for prospective transfer students. 

The position will have a job description with additional duties outside of student advisement. The additional duties may include participating in program development for academic advising; logistical coordination of meetings, summer programs and short courses; maintaining program and course data; coordinating with faculty on curriculum updates; assist academic coordinators with course planning, petitions, grade changes, and other related tasks; assisting the School with recruiting events, hosting prospective students, and other academic programs; developing educational and recruitment materials. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of full-time academic advising experience at a college or university or related education/experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‐for‐year basis.

• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Demonstrated experience with computer software and programs, specifically the Microsoft Office suite, and ability to learn new software and programs quickly. 

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and positively in a diverse team environment. 

• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in related field. 

• Knowledge of curriculum management practices, processes and policies. 

• Knowledge of university computing systems such as the myWSU Advising Module, Student Success Collaborative, and Oracle Business Intelligence (OBIEE). 

• Demonstrated ability to extrapolate and tabulate data from online databases. 

• Experience with developing, distributing and analyzing web-based surveys in Qualtrics. 

• Familiarity with Washington State University academic rules and regulations, including WSU Catalog and Financial Aid. 

• Experience with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines. 

Additional Information:

Area/College: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture

Department Name: School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Department Link: school.eecs.wsu.edu

City, State, Zip: Pullman, WA 99163

Monthly Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

FTE:100%

Permanent/Temporary/Project: Permanent

Time Type: Full time

Position Term:12 Month 

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.

Screening Begin Date: Screening for this position will begin January 26, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.

Application Instructions: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume 2) a cover letter and 3) contact information for professional references. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

Required Documents: 
•    Resume
•    Cover Letter

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .