Graduate Advisor

Categories: Great Lakes Region 5

Department:

Sheldon B. The Lubar College

Institution:

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Date Posted:

Jun 6 2024 10:15AM

Close Date:

Aug 7 2024 12:00PM
 

Position Description

The Graduate Advisor coordinates and executes the development and implementation of the administrative and student service activities of graduate degree programs and certificates for the Lubar College of Business. Performs activities which may include: academic advising, monitoring of progress towards the degree, course and/or enrollment management, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, course and/or program assessment, and academic program review. Strives to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment.

Duties

n/a

Application Process

Candidates seeking consideration must apply at https://apptrkr.com/5291810 and submit application materials electronically to include: cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information. Application Notes For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents.

The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/5291810

Institution Information

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)

The Sheldon B. The Lubar College is a metropolitan business school of national distinction, accredited by the AACSB , and offers BBA , MBA , Executive MBA , MS, and Ph.D. degree programs. Additionally, our MBA and undergraduate programs are ranked regionally and nationally for excellence and the Lubar College hosts one of only five SAP University Competence Centers worldwide. With doctorates from some of the country’s leading universities, full-time faculty bring an impressive range of expertise and are recognized for outstanding achievement in their fields with broad experience in business organizations and governmental bodies. Opportunities for research are abundant in this vibrant metropolitan area with both a strong presence of manufacturing and service operations. Located in Southeastern Wisconsin’s commercial and industrial hub, Milwaukee is the third-ranked manufacturing center in the United States and home to 1300+ manufacturing firms and 400+ engineering firms with annual receipts of 24 billion dollars. Milwaukee is a vibrant and diverse area on the shores of Lake Michigan with easy access to beaches, a thriving cultural scene, championship sporting events, an expansive urban parks system, and hundreds of miles of bike lanes and paths. It is in the seventh most affordable metropolitan market in the country and offers a vibrant quality of life in a globally competitive region. Further information is available at: https://uwm.edu/business/

Additional Information

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Contact Information

Human Resources

[email protected] or 414-229-4463

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • At least one year of experience in academic advising, or professional coaching/mentoring

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Higher Education, Business or related field
  • Evidence of experience working with diverse populations
  • Demonstrated experience working in higher education in the area of career and academic advising
  • Evidence of success working in a high volume and fast paced environment
  • Strong time management skills with a focus on continuous professional improvement • Evidence of strong customer service orientation
  • Demonstrated excellence contributing to a strong team culture • Evidence of experience working collaboratively with colleagues in a team environment
  • Evidence of excellent verbal and written communication skills