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Position Description
Frostburg State University engages every student in collaborative, learner-centered advising, focusing on academic, professional, and personal development. To support this mission, Frostburg State University, Center for Academic Advising and Retention, seeks applications for full-time, 12-month exempt Academic Advisor positions in a comprehensive academic support system.
Duties
Reporting to the Director of Academic Advising, provide academic advising services and monitor student progress. Advise students about academic requirements and course selection; review placement and standardized tests, unofficial transcripts, and course prerequisites; interpret degree audits, monitor course registrations, and work with students to resolve issues; act as a student advocate when appropriate. Support First-Year Progress Survey and Beacon early alert systems; meet with students in jeopardy, counsel on goal-setting and academic recovery, and refer to support services. Assist with the Student Success Mentor Program, first-year student orientation course preparation, faculty training, presentations, and assessment. Distribute advising policies and procedures; serve as a resource for academic departments and other offices, advisors, and services; participate in advisor training. Understand FERPA regulations and stay current on institutional policies, procedures, practices, and student information systems. Assist with planning, implementation, and evaluation of student retention initiatives and outreach projects.
Application Process
Apply through the Frostburg State University website: https://frostburg.peopleadmin.com/postings/1588
Institution Information
A member institution of the University System of Maryland, Frostburg State University is a public, comprehensive, largely residential regional university offering programs in the sciences, education, business, the arts and humanities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. FSU prides itself on being a dynamic, learning-centered institution that emphasizes teaching with opportunities for professional development and research. More than 5,000 students enroll yearly. About the Area: FSU is located on a scenic 260-acre campus in the mountains of Western Maryland, a region rich in history, quaint shopping areas and eclectic cafes and food choices. The Western Maryland region is considered to be a four-season outdoor mecca of recreational experiences offering activities such as; hiking, mountain biking, water sports, snow skiing/boarding, golfing, climbing, etc. Frostburg offers a family-friendly college town feel with easy access to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington, DC, and Baltimore. If you are looking for insightful colleagues, energetic students, and a great place to work and call home in a region with unlimited adventure seeking opportunities, FSU is for you!
Additional Information
Salary commensurate with experience and includes University System of Maryland benefits package.
Contact Information
Jay Hegeman jhegeman@frostburg.edu
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