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Position Description
Description The School of Engineering at the University seeks a dedicated and dynamic Academic Advisor to guide students in achieving their academic goals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student success, providing comprehensive academic advising, supporting student retention and recruitment initiatives, and collaborating with various campus resources.
Duties
Key Responsibilities:
- Academic Advising: Meet with current and prospective students to deliver accurate and up-to-date information on undergraduate curricula and program requirements. Assist students in short-term and long-term academic program planning to ensure a timely graduation. Guide students through the course registration process, including adding and dropping classes.
- Student Support: Provide assistance to students experiencing academic difficulties by offering strategies for improvement and connecting them to relevant resources. Address personal challenges by referring students to appropriate offices within the School of Engineering and the University.
- Retention and Recruitment: Actively participate in retention and recruitment activities, including high school visits, community college outreach, career fairs, and on-campus events such as Engineering Explore Day and Transfer Visit Days. Engage in activities that promote the School of Engineering and its programs to prospective students.
- Administrative Duties: Maintain accurate computerized and in-office student records, ensuring compliance with university policies. Assist in the graduation evaluation process, verifying students’ academic progress toward degree completion.
- Communication and Information Dissemination: Keep students informed about curriculum changes, important academic dates, and deadlines. Promote campus-wide student success resources and facilitate student access to these services.
- Additional Responsibilities: Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to the development of advising practices and policies. Undertake additional tasks as assigned to support the mission and goals of the School of Engineering.
Application Process
Application Materials and Information:
To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment and at least three professional references. You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications. Please submit Licensure or Certifications if you have them. Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position. Submit your application at: https://www.siue.edu/employment/
Institution Information
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a nationally recognized university that provides students with a high-quality, affordable education that prepares them for successful careers and lives of purpose. Built on the foundation of a broad-based liberal education and enhanced by hands-on research and real-world experiences, the academic preparation SIUE students receive equips them to thrive in the global marketplace and make our communities better places to live. Situated on 2,660 acres of beautiful woodland atop the bluffs overlooking the natural beauty of the Mississippi River’s rich bottomland and only 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis, the SIUE campus is home to a diverse student body of more than 13,000 individuals and 2,300 faculty and staff. The city of Edwardsville is consistently cited as one of the top cities in Illinois for families, based on several factors, including affordability, green spaces, excellent schools, low crime rate, financial stability and philanthropic spirit. Join the adventurous minds here at SIUE that are changing the world; explore our employment opportunities today. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce, we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. For more on our State of Diversity, visit SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans.
Additional Information
This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1visas. Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at [email protected]
Contact Information
Wendy Robinder, Director, Engineering Student Services
[email protected]
618-650-5300
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