Academic Advisor

Categories: Pacific Region 9

Department:

Academic Advising & Retention Services

Institution:

Oregon Institute of Technology

Date Posted:

Aug 15 2024 5:43PM

Close Date:

Oct 16 2024 12:00AM
 

Position Description

Working Title: Academic Advisor

Position Type: Administrative

Classification Title: Advisor College/Division: Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM)

Department: Retention Services

Salary Range: $40,000 - $44,000

Work Location: Klamath Falls Position Terms/Mo: 12

Full/Part time: Full Time Appointment FTE (%): 1.00

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Position Summary: The Department of Academic Advising and Retention Services within the Division of Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) invites applications for the full-time position of Academic Advisor based on the Klamath Falls, OR campus of Oregon Tech. The Academic Advisor works within the Academic Advising and Retention Center to provide first-year academic advising to Klamath Falls campus students to ensure student success. Departmental Information Who We Serve The Office of Academic Advising and Retention serves all current Oregon Tech students in different capacities as they progress through their degrees at Oregon Tech. Secondary Academic advisors are assigned to most students. Students can check who their secondary Academic Advisor is when they check their registration information on Web for Student. TOP students, have a secondary advisor assigned from that department. How Secondary Academic Advising Works At Oregon Tech, students have both a Faculty Advisor in each program and a secondary Academic Advisor within the Office of Academic Advising & Retention. The Faculty Advisor is there to talk to students about their field of study, course content, and give final approval on the courses they plan to take each term. Secondary Academic Advisors are in place to help students connect with their Faculty Advisor, provide general advising, and to facilitate campus resources effectively. Advisors serve as a best contact for understanding school policies and procedures, managing logistical issues, as well as answering general questions about how to navigate the university. For additional information, please visit: https://www.oit.edu/students/advising

Duties

The Advisor will work with Klamath Falls faculty and staff, providing operational responsibilities focused on academic advising and retention and ensuring students have educational guidance and assistance throughout their first-year at Oregon Tech.

Application Process

To Apply: Initial review of applications will begin on September 15th, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration. To apply, https://jobs.oit.edu/postings/6539 Then, upload the following elements to your application: Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Transcripts (Unofficial) Letter of Recommendation Professional References List Other Document

Institution Information

Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech) is a public university based in Klamath Falls and the Portland metropolitan area, with a presence throughout the Pacific Northwest. We’re also Oregon’s only polytechnic university, meaning we emphasize technical subjects and applied sciences, and encourage students to pursue their passions and professional opportunities through internships, externships, and field experiences. But our distinction doesn’t stop there. Through our nearly 50 bachelor’s and master's degree programs, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Oregon Tech offers a rigorous, experiential education.

Additional Information

AA/EEO: Oregon Tech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring, or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis in law. Oregon Tech 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 the Office of Human Resources.

Contact Information

[email protected]

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences through various mediums
  • Positive customer service experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Relevant experience working with students in a higher education environment
  • Experience with Microsoft suite including Word, Outlook, Power Point, and Excel