POSTED: 10/1/2008
Academic Advisor
College of Technology and Computer Science Advising Center
East Carolina University
Close Date: Open until filled
Position Description
Vacancy # 932853
Technology & Computer
Science
The selected candidate
will work in the College of Technology and Computer Science Advising
Center. Responsibilities of this position include providing individual
academic counseling to students on academic matters such as selection
of a major area of study, course selection, and academic performance;
guiding students in development of decision-making skills and
providing instruction through intervention workshops; and creating
programs, workshops, and other initiatives to enhance students'
academic performance from a prevention and intervention perspective.
The selected candidate will also coordinate the academic orientation
of new students and/or new majors and support the university's
goals through developing and implementing a student development
approach to academic advising; meet and advise students and parents
during visitation days and freshman orientation; and provide academic
advising and mentoring to undergraduate and graduate students
in technology systems, computer science, construction management,
and engineering. This position may be responsible for advising
non-traditional, distance education, and/or transfer students
and will utilize a variety of methods for advising, such as phone,
computer, face to face, and printed materials. This position will
report to the Lead Advisor in the College of Technology and Computer
Science. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications.
Required Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
A master's degree in an appropriate field from an appropriately
accredited institution is required. Experience in academic advising
or counseling in an institution of higher education is preferred.
Application Process
Screening will continue
until the position is filled. Candidates should submit a candidate
profile, resume/vita, cover letter, and list of references (including
contact information) to:
East Carolina University
Department of Human Resources
at
www.jobs.ecu.edu
Institutional Information
Equal Opportunity / Affirmative
Action Employer
View this posting at https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=59173
.
Contact Information
Screening will continue
until the position is filled. Candidates should submit a candidate
profile, resume/vita, cover letter, and list of references (including
contact information) to:
East Carolina University
Department of Human Resources
at
www.jobs.ecu.edu
POSTED: 09/24/2008
Coordinator of Institutional Research
Academic Affairs
Lincoln Memorial University
Close Date: 10-24-08
Position Description
Lincoln Memorial University invites applications for the position
of Coordinator of Institutional Research. The Coordinator of Institutional
Research conducts institutional research and data analysis to
facilitate planning, evaluation and assessment of current and
potential programs and services of the University.
Duties
Responsible for ongoing and special projects and reports to the
Director of Institutional Research and Accreditation. This position
is also an active member of the Institutional Effectiveness Committee
and works collaboratively with other University personnel to collect
data concerning the performance of the University's offices, services,
programs, collects and analyses data with potential to impact
decision-making by University officials and committees and supports
institutional, department and program planning. The Coordinator
of Institutional Research is responsible for supporting the work
of the Office of Research, Grants and Sponsored Programs and reports
to the Director or Research, Grants and Sponsored Programs on
projects as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Required: Master's degree with significant coursework in research
methodology and statistics or extensive experience in the application
of statistical programs and/or software.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred: Doctorate, experience in Institutional Research, knowledge
of statistical software and experience in higher education work
environment.
Application
Process
Applicants should submit an LMU application for employment, a
cover letter addressing qualifications for the position, a resume
including three references and official transcripts to Lincoln
Memorial University, 6965 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate, TN
37752, Attention Pamela Lester. Electronic submissions are encouraged
to pamela.lester@lmunet.edu.
Institutional
Information
Nestled in the pristine Appalachian Mountain Range, LMU's main
campus in Harrogate, TN, is both scenic and historic. About 55
miles north of Knoxville, TN we're perfectly poisted to offer
a liberal arts education. LMU provides educational experiences
to suit your life.
Contact Information
Pamela Lester
423-869-7157
Fax: 423-869-7009
pamela.lester@lmunet.edu
POSTED: 09/24/2008
Director of
the First Year Experience
Academic Affairs
Western Carolina University
Close Date: when filled
Position Description
Western Carolina University seeks to create an integrated approach
to the college experiences of our first year students. The director
of the First Year Experience will oversee the implementation of
a plan to connect all aspects of student life including academic,
co-curricular, social, and developmental experiences.
Duties
The director will establish a means for entering first year students
to be seamlessly integrated into the university beginning with
the recruitment and admission processes and continuing through
orientation, advising, and enrollment in the first year through
transition to the sophomore year. Program development, implementation,
and evaluation executed by the director
will incorporate the national literature and best practices in
early undergraduate experiences.
The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding of
the holistic nature of the undergraduate student experience with
specific interest in creating awareness and fostering student
involvement in international studies, service learning and civic
engagement, research, internships and cooperative education. The
director of the First Year Experience will work closely with faculty
and administrators in the colleges, as well as with staff in residential
living, orientation, academic success centers,
registrar's office, career services, instructional technology,
the Honors College, admission, advising, student affairs, athletics
and public relations to strengthen new students' ties to the institution
and promote academic success and persistence at the university.
An institutional perspective, excellent communication and consensus-building
skills, as well as an ability to interpret significant student
data and generate appropriate action plans are essential.
The director of the First Year Experience is a 12-month full-time
EPA (exempt from the personnel act) position with teaching responsibilities
of one course per semester in a discipline appropriate to the
successful candidate's discipline, or teaching in one of the first
year transition courses.
The director of the First Year Experience will report to the assistant
vice chancellor for undergraduate studies and will oversee the
administration of the First Year Seminar in Liberal Studies, and
select college transition courses.
Required Qualifications
Minimum Training & Experience Requirements
Master's degree from
an accredited institution required.
Previous or current experience teaching first year students is
expected;
Previous experience in higher education administration required;
Program assessment and evaluation experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctorate degree from an accredited institution; Experience in
overseeing first year learning communities and successfully implementing
intervention strategies for at-risk students are highly desired.
Application Process
To be considered, applicants must apply online. Please attach
a current curriculum vita/resume; a cover letter; and list of
at least 3 references (include complete contact information).
Qualified candidates please apply online at: https://jobs.wcu.edu
Western Carolina University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer. Final candidates for employment are subject to a criminal
background check. Proper documentation of identity and employability
are required at the time of employment.
Institutional
Information
Please visit Western Carolina University at http://www.wcu.ed
Contact Information
Qualified candidates please apply online at: https://jobs.wcu.edu
POSTED:
9/19/2008
Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Services
Enrollment
Management and Student Services
Lincoln Memorial University
Close Date: October 19, 2008
Position Description
The VP for Enrollment Management
and Student Services provides vital leadership in all Enrollment
Management and Student Services functions of the university including:
health and safety, security, residential life, student life, student
success and retention, orientation, counseling, career planning,
student support services, aquatic center and summer camps.
Duties
Responsible for planning,
budgeting, coordinating, supervising and evaluating personnel
and programs that fall under the heading of Enrollment Management
and Student Services.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in student
services or a related field. Minimum of four years administrative
experience in post secondary education. Demonstrated success in
increasingly complex administrative positions.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in private higher
education. Demonstrated success in enrollment management. Doctoral
degree. Experience in a setting that includes health related programs.
Application Process
Please submit a letter
of interest addressing qualifications described above, a resume
and contact information for three references to pamela.lester@lmunet.edu
or Office of Human Resources-VPEMSS Search, Lincoln Memorial
University, Box 2030, Harrogate, TN 37752.
Institutional Information
Founded in 1897, Lincoln
Memorial University is a values based learning community dedicated
to providing educational experiences in liberal arts and professional
studies. LMU's main campus, located in Harrogate, TN is at the
confluence of Tennessee, Kentucky and Virginia, with several extended
campus sites.
Contact Information
Please feel free to contact
Libby King, Director of Human Resources at 423-869-6358.
POSTED:
9/15/2008
Academic Advisor/S2048
Academic Advising
and Retention Center
Western Kentucky University
Close Date: October 3, 2008
Position Description
Western Kentucky University,
Academic Advising and Retention Center (AARC), is seeking applicants
for an Academic Advisor. The AARC coordinates academic advising
and retention activities among undergraduate colleges and academic
departments across campus. The Learning Center, a program of AARC,
provides academic support services to students. This position
reports to the Assistant Director, Supplemental Education.
Duties
Responsibilities:
• Supports
the advising and academic support policies and initiatives of
the University.
• Works with
students, faculty, staff and Academic and Student Affairs departments
to improve overall advising and supplemental education for students.
• Responsible
for academic advising and supplemental education for undergraduate
students that are served by the AARC particularly students enrolled
in the retention programs.
Development of Programs:
• Develops
marketing strategies for the advising and retention programs.
o Updates The
Learning Center Web site
o Updates advising
and retention materials for distribution and Web.
• Collaborates
with other WKU programs (such as DELO) to grow WKU faculty to
grow and advising, retention and other academic support services.
• Creates new
academic support services that meet the needs of students.
• Coordinates
workshops on advising and career opportunities.
• Offers workshops
for academic advisors on main campus and extended sites.
Coordination and Implementation:
• Advises students
who walk-in to the center at any time.
• Assesses
student academic record to determine what credits are needed to
graduate.
• Assists students
with iCAP reviews and updates.
• Monitors
iCAP for all advisees.
• Corresponds
with advisees on a regular basis.
• Uses TutorTrac
to schedule appointments and to remind students of appointments.
• Creates and
maintains a file system for all advisees.
• Creates and
reviews student satisfaction survey of advising services.
• Updates and
maintains The Learning Center Report as needed.
• Assists in
the creation of a WKU Supplemental Education Committee.
• Serves as
a resource for students. This includes making sure that students
are referred to existing services or that their unmet needs are
brought to the attention of appropriate individuals.
• Participates
in the AARC retention efforts for students enrolled in the Best
Expectation Program.
• Makes presentations
as requested by academic units and campus organizations.
Assessment/Evaluation:
• Develops
an annual report describing services provided by The Learning
Center and presents a descriptive profile of students that have
used TLC services.
• Provides
Assistant Director with summaries of online surveys that evaluate
academic support services.
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Maintains
sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic,
cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of students served
by WKU and AARC.
• Performs
assigned duties in a manner consistent with standards, mission
and goals of Academic Advising and Retention Center and the The
Learning Center.
• Prioritizes
multiple projects and work in an environment with irregular workloads,
interruptions and variable hours.
• Works in
a professional and collegial manner with faculty and students
in the best interest of the college and the people it serves.
• Develops
or accepts other specific tasks relevant to the general charge
stated above.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s
Degree
• Must have
a desire to provide outstanding leadership in advisement and academic
support services.
• Strong technology
and web based skills
• Excellent
pubic and interpersonal communication skills
• Must be able
to handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Experience
in providing academic support services.
Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s
Degree
• Experience
in student advising, orientation and retention
• Knowledge
of a student information system
Application Process
Applications for employment
will be accepted electronically only. Interested candidates should
submit a cover letter, a current resume, copy of transcripts and
names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and daytime phone numbers
of three professional references using the online process. Please
forward copy of transcripts to: Western Kentucky University, Human
Resources Department, Search Committee: Academic Advisor, Wetherby
Administration Building, Room G25, 1906 College Heights Blvd.
#11003, Bowling Green, KY 42101-1003. Please refer to the following
website to apply: http://asaweb.wku.edu/wkujobs
. For further assistance call (270) 745-5934. Reference requisition
number S2048. For full consideration submit application materials
by October 3, 2008. Position will remain open until filled.
All qualified individuals
are encouraged to apply including women, minorities, persons with
disabilities and disabled veterans.
Western Kentucky University
is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Institutional Information
Western Kentucky University
is located in Bowling Green, Kentucky, a city with a population
of 50,000, and located approximately 110 miles south of Louisville
and 65 miles north of Nashville, Tennessee. U.S. Highway 31-W
and Interstate 65 intersect with U.S. Highways 68 and 231 at Bowling
Green, and the Cumberland and William H. Natcher parkways provide
additional easy highway access to Bowling Green.
Additional Information
Expected Salary Range:
$28,008.00 - $33,000.00 annually
POSTED:
9/4/2008
Academic Advisor/01-08-0806
Food, Bioprocessing,
and Nutrition Sciences
North Carolina State University
Close Date: September 22, 2008
Position Description
Professional Academic Advisor
position that will work in conjunction with the undergraduate
coordinators for Food, Bioprocessing, and Nutrition Sciences.
The advisor will assist students successfully transition into
the university and make progress toward their education goals
and graduation. Advisors are part of the educational process,
providing academic information and guidance to help students understand
curricula, policies, and procedures. Academic advising is a collaborative
teaching relationship among academic advisors, students, faculty,
and the university community.
Duties
Advise students majoring
in food, bioprocessing, or nutrition sciences.
Monitor and maintain undergraduate
student records and databases in accordance with department and
university records retention procedures. Coordinate requests for
information and departmental visits from prospective undergraduate
food, bioprocessing, and nutrition science students. Advise students
and faculty on undergraduate process and procedures. Establish,
coordinate, and maintain a faculty-undergraduate mentoring program.
Coordinate department orientation for new and transfer undergraduate
students. Support the department's recruitment initiative. Support
the responsibilities of the department's undergraduate coordinators.
Serve on departmental committees as appointed.
Required Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in
a science-related discipline. Candidates must possess superior
verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, attentiveness to details,
organizational skills, and ability to work efficiently and take
initiative. The ability to consistently demonstrate a high degree
of professionalism, work with students in a positive and supportive
manner, interact with the university community, and demonstrate
a service-oriented attitude are all required for this position.
Advisors are required to maintain student files consisting of
official and confidential matters with strict attention to detail.
Candidate should have the appropriate computer literacy and technology
skills with an ability to understand and learn new on-line programs.
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in
food, bioprocessing, and/or nutrition science preferred. An advanced
degree in a related field would be a benefit as would experience
working with high school students.
Application Process
The application must be
submitted on-line at:
https://jobs.ncsu.edu
or quick link:
http://jobs.ncsu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=81790
Applicants must attach
a letter of application, resume, statement of their academic advising
philosophy, and contact information for three references.
Institutional Information
Department of Food, Bioprocessing,
and Nutrition Sciences:
http://www.ncsu.edu/foodscience/
North Carolina State University:
http://www.ncsu.edu/
Contact Information
Questions may be directed
to Dr. Brian Farkas, Search Committee Chair.
email: brian_farkas@ncsu.edu
phone: 919-513-2096
POSTED:
8/21/3008
Pack Promise Program Coordinator --C-71-0816
Office of Advising
Support, Information and Services
NC State University
Close Date: September 12, 2008
Position Description
Pack Promise Program Coordinator
Academic Administration
Duties
-Design, facilitate and evaluate academic success workshops for
new and current students.
-Serve as an Advisor's Development Institute workshop facilitator
and trainer.
-Develop support programs for Pack Promise Scholars (e.g. peer
mentor program, academic success workshops) that may include recruitment,
selecton, training of associate personnel (e.g.mentors, workshop
facilitators), creation and distribution of information, and workshop
facilitation.
-Develop
and maintain an accessible Pack Promise website
Required Qualifications
-Excellent oral and written communication skills.
-Assessment experience in university setting; ability to work
with diverse faculty, staff and student populations; strong organization,
planning and presentation skills; demonstrated effectiveness in
planning workshops and facilitating learning experiences.
-Masters degree in Higher Education, Counselor Education or
related field
Preferred
Qualifications
Experience working with students on issues of transition, development,
persistence and success in the college environment. The ability
and skills to use Dreamweaver in editing existing HTML web pages;
skills in presentation technology, including the use of laptops,
projectors, and remote pesentation devices. Demonstrated skills
in the use of Microsoft Office.
Application
Process
Please go to www.ncsu.edu/hr/job_applicants
Institutional
Information
NC State Homepage for further information
www.ncsu.edu
Contact
Information
Please go to www.ncsu.edu/hr/job_applicants
POSTED:
8/19/2008
Academic Advisor/Student
Athlete Advisor
Academic Advising
Western Carolina
University
Close Date:
Open until filled
Position Description
Under general direction,
academic advisors are responsible for assisting with the university-wide
development of a relationship-based model of academic advising
in support of the educational success of the undergraduate student.
Along with university colleagues in other units, advisors work
to increase the yield and quality of the entering student, decrease
time to graduation, and advance rates of completion. Academic
advisors contribute to these efforts through their comprehensive
knowledge of the academic and support programs of the University
and a thorough understanding of student development theories in
practice.
Duties
Academic Advisors support
the development of the whole student through the delivery of the
following duties and responsibilities: *Serve as first enrollment
advisor for all incoming students -new freshmen, transfers, and
re-entering
*Continue as support
advisor through graduation for all students
*Provide developmental
academic advising to undeclared students
*Collaborate with Career
Services staff to provide general career counseling
*Represent the Advising
Center at recruitment functions
*Teach academic success
and first-year experience courses as assigned
*Serve as liaison to
assigned college and meet regularly with department heads
*Meet regularly with
associate dean of assigned college
*Provide advising information
and support for the University community
*Present advisor educational
workshops for faculty and staff
*Assist with the development,
revision, and updating processes of Advising Center forms and
publications
*Maintain appropriate
advising records and documentation
*Submit monthly reports
of activity
*Participate in the
assessment and evaluation of academic advising and advising programs
*Participate in ongoing
professional development and encourage the growth of colleagues
*Other duties and responsibilities
may be assigned in support of the needs of students and the Advising
Center
*Monitor academic compliance
of student athletes
Required Qualifications
Position requires a
masters' degree from an accredited institution in a field closely
related to human development.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given
to candidates with degrees in counseling, psychology, or student
development and experience in academic support services. Experience
in monitoring student athlete progress toward degree with regards
to university requirements and NCAA academic eligibility requirements
and working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations is desirable.
Application
Process
Applicants must apply
online at jobs.wcu.edu. Hard-copy application materials will not
be considered.
Institutional
Information
WCU was founded in
1889 to bring higher education and career opportunities to the
western region of North Carolina. A member of the University of
North Carolina system, WCU now provides an education to more than
9,000 students from 46 states and 39 countries. The university’s
mission is focused on quality education and preparation for responsible
citizenship in a changing world. Since its founding, WCU has grown
in size to become a major cultural, scientific, and educational
force in the region and the state.
Additional Information
Western Carolina is
an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that conducts
background checks. Proper documentation of identity and employability
are required at the time of employment. All new employees are
required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment.
POSTED: 8/19/2008
Academic Advisor
- PreHealth and Sciences
AA/University
College
University
of North Carolina Wilmington
Close Date:
8/31/2008
Position Description
The University College
at UNCW seeks a professional academic advisor to be part of a
team developing a pre-health professions advising program.
Duties
This position will also
have responsibility for coordinating advising for freshmen seeking
to enter science majors. University College advisors provide academic
advising and support to an advising load of 150-175 students from
the time of their admission until they enter their majors. This
advisor will be expected to provide accurate, current curricular
information to assist students in academic program planning and
goal clarification, with a concentration on students seeking to
enter the science majors or the health professions. The advisor
will be expected to teach a freshman seminar class each fall semester.
Required Qualifications
The position requires
a Master’s degree. The successful candidate must have excellent
oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work
independently, collaboratively, and effectively under pressure.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in
a university environment is strongly preferred. Experience with
academic advising in the sciences, pre-health advising or medically
related experience is desirable.
Application
Process
To apply, please complete
the online application process available at http://consensus.uncw.edu
. A letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information
(including e-mail addresses) for three current professional references
must be attached to the online application, not mailed or e-mailed.
Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachments are preferred. For questions
relating to the online application process, contact Elizabeth
Randall at 910.962.3822. Under North Carolina law, applications
and related materials are confidential personnel documents and
are not subject to public release. Priority will be given to applications
received by August 31, 2008
Institutional
Information
The faculty, staff,
administration, and students of UNCW are committed to achieving
excellence and to placing UNCW in a position of preeminence among
midsized, public universities in the South. UNCW will maintain
an intimate learning environment for undergraduates, integrating
teaching and mentoring with research and service. UNCW will promote
and engage in high-quality scholarship and in master’s-focused
graduate education, as well as in selected doctoral programs.
UNCW will provide a secure and attractive campus, encourage intellectual
and cultural diversity, foster regional engagement, and value
individual growth and development.
Additional Information
For further information
on UNCW, please visit our web site at http://www.uncw.edu
.
Contact Information
Elizabeth Randall
Business Manager
UNCW University College
1092 Westside Hall
601 S. College Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: (910) 962-3822
Email: randalle@uncw.edu
POSTED: 8/19/2008
Director of
Academic Advising
Academic Advising
and Planning Center
College of
Charleston
Close Date:
Open until filled
Position Description
The Director of Academic
Advising is responsible for directing the programs and services
provided by the Academic Advising and Planning Center. S/he develops,
plans, and evaluates the academic advising program for first year,
entering transfer, and undecided students. The Director reports
to the Associate Vice President for the Academic Experience. The
Director recommends policy and procedural changes to administrators,
develops, evaluates and implements procedures to ensure activities
of the program are consistent with the College’s academic requirements
and standards, FERPA, legal requirements and professional standards,
and works closely with on-campus offices such as the Registrar,
Admissions, etc., to provide unified and effective student services.
The Director leads or participates in special campus-wide initiatives
and projects associated with matters that impact advising, retention
or other timely topics. The Director coordinates orientation advising
and course registration programs with the Director of Orientation,
New Student Programs, Deans, Chairs and other academic offices,
and creates/conducts advising-related recruitment and orientation
programs for prospective students, families or groups. The Director
assesses diverse needs of students who use advising services and
adjusts the structure of the program to address those needs. The
Director coordinates with the Office of Accountability, Accreditation,
Planning and Assessment to manage an effective outcomes assessment
program. S/he researches, develops and applies technology to support
advising programs/services, and investigates advising trends,
implementing best practices discovered via conferences, seminars
and research. S/he develops and administers the departmental budget
and manages program resources. The Director ensures fiscal compliance
with State, College and Federal guidelines, and accurate and timely
maintenance of program usage statistics, analyzing data and preparing
reports/presentations. S/he hires, supervises, supports, reviews
and evaluates a large professional advising staff of 14 and several
administrative positions. S/he encourages and supports training
and developmental needs for all staff and provides training when
appropriate. The Director represents the Academic Advising and
Planning Center on various College committees and at local, regional
and national conferences. Opportunity to teach is available.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree from
an accredited institution and demonstrated leadership experience
in a college-level advising program. Must have knowledge of advising
practices and principles, and curriculum requirements generally
and be able to adhere to the College of Charleston’s specific
curriculum requirements. Skills in management and public relations,
as well as strong verbal and written communication skills are
required. Knowledge of student development theory and educational
administration is essential. Must have the ability to create and
maintain effective relationships with students, parents, faculty,
staff and the general public.
Preferred Qualifications
Supervisory experience
and/or experience working in public higher education is preferred.
Experience with Banner, Access, Degree Works, and advising support
technology such as Advisor Trac is preferred. Candidates with
an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged
to apply.
Application
Process
Applications will be
reviewed on a rolling basis beginning Sept. 15, and will be accepted
until the position is filled. Salary is competitive and dependent
upon experience and qualifications. Applicants should address
a cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone
numbers of three professional references to: Chair of the Search
Committee, Dr. Kay H. Smith, Office for the Academic Experience,
66 George St., Charleston, SC 29424. Electronic submissions are
encouraged and should be sent to directorofadvising@cofc.edu
.
Institutional
Information
The College of Charleston
is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. For more
information on the College of Charleston, please visit www.cofc.edu
.
POSTED:
8/11/2008
Lead Academic Advisor
Academic Affairs
The Art Institute of Charlotte
Close
Date: N/A
Position
Description
The Lead
Academic Advisor works directly with students in a variety of
disciplines to identify their needs and implement a plan of action
to assist them in being successful. The Lead Academic Advisor
is also responsible for international services provided to Art
Institute of Charlotte students by identifying their needs and
designing solutions for them, as well as assuring proper status
while attending the college. This individual is responsible for
sustaining an environment of academic and professional excellence
for students and academic affairs team members. The Lead Academic
Advisor works closely with the academic affairs team in pursuit
of retention endeavors, and is active in coaching and training
of other members of the advising team.
Duties
Primary
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Assure
that the AiCH/EDMC philosophy: quality services to clients; development,
growth, involvement and recognition of employees; sound economic
principles; and an environment which is conducive to innovation,
positive thinking and expansion - is considered in carrying out
the duties and responsibilities of this position.
2. Serve
as Designated School Official (DSO) to maintain records in Student
& Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) Provide regulatory
guidance, technical assistance and counseling to students regarding
changes of status, practical training, employment, reinstatement,
transfers, taxes, social security.
3. Communication
- Disseminate information to students, faculty and staff regarding
immigration issues, population updates, meetings, activities,
etc. Serve as the International Student Advocate within the school
community.
4. NAFSA/Community
Networking - Attend local, regional and national NAFSA meetings,
host events, and develop networks to provide advice and assistance.
Attend local community meetings and networking events for ethnic
Community groups, develop community organizations network.
5. Maintain
direct contact with student advisees.
• Meeting with individual as well as small groups of students
on an ongoing basis.
• Maintain quarterly office hours.
• Awareness of FERPA and parental confidentiality issues.
• Development of advising action plans: implement and monitor.
• Maintain Student Profile information including parent information,
health issues, financial, academic progress, personal problems,
language barriers and employment issues.
6. Advise
students concerning scheduling, attendance, and academic progress
and curriculum issues.
• Maintain access to attendance files with notification and documentation
in a timely fashion.
• Monitor grade information on assigned advisees.
• Keep file on curriculum issues (advanced standings, special
schedules, etc.).
7. Inform
and help students access all available services.
• Apprise students of housing options.
• Advise students to stay current with financial obligations.
• Direct students to Counseling when deemed necessary.
• For part-time employment, direct students to Employment Assistance.
8. Discuss
student progress with instructors.
• Monitor grades and question weak performance areas.
• Act as bridge between student and instructor.
9. Work
with the Education Department to ease student transition during
the registration process.
• Create and process special and regular schedules.
• Report to appropriate registration staff.
10. Student
persistence and completion.
11. Participate
in the Continuing Student Review initiative.
12. Participate
in Orientation events.
13. Other
Responsibilities as assigned.
Required
Qualifications
Position
Requirements:
1. Bachelors
Degree required, Masters Degree preferred.
2. Three
to five years experience in an education environment.
3. Excellent
oral and written communication skills.
4. Strong
interpersonal skills with the ability to act effectively as a
member of a team.
5. Ability
to interact successfully with academic as well as business and
regulatory personnel.
6. Superb
Customer Service Skills.
Institutional
Information
The Art
Institute of Charlotte is a dynamic institution of higher education
with a mission to give our students the knowledge and skills necessary
to enter their chosen fields. Whether they choose the world of
fashion merchandising, graphic arts, interior design, interactive
media design or the culinary arts, our graduates are capable of
contributing fully within a diverse workforce and a global environment.
Additional
Information
Environment:
This position operates without close supervision and in a wide
range of responsible areas. State, federal accreditation and corporate
requirements impose some constraints on freedom to act. The Lead
Academic Advisor works closely with all areas of the school, including
the Executive Committee, Admissions, Student Services, Education,
Student Financial Services, and Accounting and Financial Service.
Contacts inside the school may include all students, employees
and faculty.
Contact
Information
Interested
Candidates: To express interest in this position, please forward
your resume and cover letter to: The Art Institute of Charlotte,
Attn: Human Resources Coordinator, E-mail: aichhr@aii.edu
. The Art Institute of Charlotte is an EOE/M/F/D/V. http://www.artinstitutes.edu/charlotte/
POSTED:
7/10/2008
Director
Student
Success Center
University
of Tennessee
Close
Date: until filled
Position
Description
The Director
provides leadership for the programs, staff, and fiscal management
of the Center. This position reports to the Associate Vice Provost
for Student Success. The Director collects and interprets retention
and success data that impacts decisions and campus program implementation.
The Director represents the SSC and Provost’s Office on various
University committees and task forces. Specific programs of the
SSC include First Year Studies, UT LEAD Program, Supplemental
Instruction, Pathways Learning Community, and Academic Success
and early intervention programs/seminars. The SSC Director also
provides leadership for undergraduate academic appeals and readmission
to the University. The Director provides guidance and direction
for the development of the SSC’s web site studentsuccess@tennessee.edu
and publications.
Duties
The Director
provides leadership for the programs, staff, and fiscal management
of the Student Success Center (SSC). This position reports to
the Associate Vice Provost for Student Success. The Director collects
and interprets retention and success data that impact decisions
and campus program implementation. The Director represents the
SSC and Provost’s Office on various University committees and
task forces. Specific programs of the SSC include First Year Studies,
UT LEAD Program, Supplemental Instruction, Pathways Learning Community,
and academic success and early intervention programs/seminars.
The SSC Director also provides leadership for undergraduate academic
appeals and readmission to the University. The Director provides
guidance and direction for the development of the SSC’s web site
and publications.
Required
Qualifications
1. Master’s
degree required, earned doctorate preferred
2. Minimum
5 – 8 years experience in a university similar to UTK in positions
that focus on retention initiatives and student success
3. Demonstrated
leadership of a unit that includes supervision of staff, management
of fiscal resources, and implementation of programs
4. Excellent
organizational, supervision, and communication skills including
the ability to use computer technologies and software
5. Documented
skills in administering academic/university policy and knowledge/understanding
of university and college curricula
6. Demonstrated
ability to collect, analyze, and assess data related to student
success, student learning outcomes, and program effectiveness
and to work collaboratively with IR and other owners of data to
achieve assessment/research goals
7. Demonstrated
knowledge and understanding of current issues and trends in both
academic and student affairs 8. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding
of the diverse populations on a university campus and the ability
to successfully address the various needs and issues presented
by a diverse student population
9. Experience
with first-year programs/seminars and academic support/learning
assistance programs
10. Ability
to successfully administer multiple projects/programs and complete
or implement them in a timely manner
Preferred
Qualifications
1. Earned
doctorate
2. Experience
using SPSS
3. Experience
implementing student success initiatives such as Supplemental
Instruction and Academic Coaching
Application
Process
Review
of applicants for the position will begin on August 15, 2008 and
continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send
an electronic copy of a cover letter, vitae, and contact information
for at least three references to:
Ms. Phyliss
Shey
Search
Committee Coordinator
pshey@tennessee.edu
Institutional
Information
The Student
Success Center (SSC) at the University of TN, Knoxville provides
a central unit and resource for students, faculty, staff, and
parents who are seeking academic and student success assistance
and information. The Center’s staff provides leadership for a
variety of programs that focus on retention and student success
initiatives, provides leadership and vision for campus-wide efforts
to improve undergraduate retention and persistence to graduation,
gathers and analyzes data to better understand the issues impacting
student success, and conducts outreach to engage campus constituencies
as student success advocates.
Additional
Information
The University
of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA
institution in the provision of its education and employment programs
and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, national origin,
religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation,
gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered
veteran status.
Contact
Information
Ms. Phyliss
Shey
Search
Committee Coordinator
pshey@tennessee.edu
