POSTED: 1/30/12
Academic Advisor
Student Services
South Arkansas Community College
Close Date: open until filled
Position Description
South Arkansas Community College is accepting applications for a full time twelve-month Academic Advisor position. The candidate selected will report to the Student Success Counselor and advise potential, currently enrolled, and transfer students of their academic options and plans. This individual must be knowledgeable of academic advising practices which promote student retention; understand first-year experience programs; interpret college assessment and placement scores; and demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with other departments, faculty, and administration.
Duties
See above
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required. Ability to communicate effectively to a broad and diverse student population; strong organizational and planning skills; time management and record keeping skills. Ability to effectively use technology in the academic advising process, and competence in POISE (or other Student Information System); Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of the Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS) and assessment instruments such as ACT, COMPASS or SAT is essential.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous work experience in the following student services college environment: participate in new student orientation; work with students experiencing academic distress; work with retention programs (Early Alert); work with special student programs (TAA, WIA, etc.); understand process for assisting student in receiving grants, scholarships and other financial aid - FASFA application; knowledge using Blackboard and other database management systems to assist students.
Application Process
Applicants must complete the South Arkansas Community College application form. Resumes, transcripts, and reference list may accompany, but will not replace the application. Application returns and requests must be directed to the South Arkansas Community College Human Resources Office, P. O. Box 7010, El Dorado, Arkansas 71731. The application form and additional information about the college are available at www.southark.edu/jobs. Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications are subject to Freedom of Information requests.
AA/EOE
Institutional Information
South Arkansas Community College is a public, two-year institution with an open-door policy, providing educational programs, services, and resources for the residents of Union County and the surrounding areas. With a philosophy that affirms the value of education, the importance of academic freedom for students and faculty, the worth and dignity of each individual, and an abiding belief in the ideals of a democratic society, the College encourages innovation, excellence, and leadership in its mission as a comprehensive community College.
Contact Information
Human Resources Office
300 South West Ave
P.O. Box 7010
El Dorado AR 71730
870.864.7149
POSTED: 1/24/12
Academic Counselor
Fulbright College Advising Center
University of Arkansas
Close Date: 02-02-2012
Position Description
Academic Counselor in the Advising Center of the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas. This is a 12-month, full-time position with paid vacation and fringe benefits. Responsibilities are primarily in the areas of student advising, retention and recruiting. Effective communication skills, both written and oral, are essential for this position. Prior exposure to the liberal arts is preferred.
Duties
Duties include the counseling and advising of undergraduate students in the areas of course selection, degree requirements, exploration of major and career goals, and adjustment to college life. The counselor will work primarily with freshmen and sophomore students, many of whom are undecided about their major. The Advising Center also assists students who are pursuing an allied health program, who are in academic difficulty and who have general academic questions. Recruiting responsibilities include a complete knowledge of College programs, ability to travel within the region to represent the College at recruiting events, and effective communication skills to address the needs of current and prospective students and their families. The academic counselor will assist with the College portion of the New Student Orientation Program, which includes advising new students, meeting and talking with parents and students about College programs and requirements, and other duties as they arise. Specific duties may change as retention initiatives evolve.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with one year of academic advising or related higher education experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree and 2-3 years of academic advising or related higher education experience.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit a hard copy of their cover letter and resume, including names and contact information of three references. Cover letter must include a personal statement on advising. Candidates are encouraged to include interest, skills, and knowledge specific to academic advising in cover letter or resume. Send completed application materials to:
Teresa Scott
Fulbright College Advising Center
MAIN 518
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Complete applications received by February 2, 2012 will receive full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed only as necessary to fill the position.
Institutional Information
The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, veteran status or sexual orientation. Applicants must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States. All applicants are subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
POSTED: 1/11/12
Vice Provost for Student Affairs
University of Kansas
Close Date: 2-15-12 (app review starts)
Position Description
The Office of the Vice Provost for Student Affairs coordinates and develops student support services and programs and serves as an advocate for student needs across the university community. Responsible for fostering a healthy, secure, and supportive environment for students that integrates the intellectual, cultural, and emotional development of students.
The Vice Provost for Student Affairs also serves as the primary liaison to Student Senate. In cooperation with the School of Education, the Office of the Vice Provost for Student Affairs oversees the graduate assistant internship program in higher education.
Duties
Serves as the university's senior student affairs officer and provides leadership and supervision for the planning, organizing, and coordinating of the student affairs units while achieving institutional goals and objectives.
25% Serves as part of a leadership team to enhance student retention and persistence and to provide expertise on co-curricular opportunities paying special attention to the integration of student supportive services with the academic mission of the university.
10% Supervises unit directors and staff members in the Office of the Vice Provost for Student Affairs by building a collaborative team to address services that enhance student retention and graduation.
10% Has overall budget and personnel responsibility for the student affairs units and programs. Works with KU Endowment to secure private funding for program or student support.
10% Regularly participates in assessment and use of assessment data to evaluate and improve student affairs units.
10% Works directly with student groups to provide support, advocacy, and resources.
5% Serves on the university's emergency response team and also facilitates the student affairs on-call team, providing support to students and families in emergency situations.
5% Other duties as required.
Required Qualifications
1. Earned doctorate.
2. At least five years experience in an advanced level position in higher education administration with a record of achievement in increasingly responsible positions in student affairs or related field at the director level or above.
3. Experience supervising staff and directors of various levels and experience responding to crisis effectively, resolving concerns and conflicts.
4. Knowledge of auxiliary operations and business enterprises.
5. Experience with leading students, faculty, and staff in innovative program development.
6. Demonstrated understanding and application of student development theory, and demonstrated student-centered leadership.
7. Evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of college students, faculty, and staff.
8. At least three years working collaboratively with faculty and staff to develop co-curricular programs to enhance student satisfaction, retention, and persistence.
9. At least five years administrative experience in budget, personnel, and program planning and management and evaluation.
10. Excellent communication and presentation skills, evidenced in the interview process or by application materials requested at a later date by the search committee.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Active at the national level in professional organizations.
2. Successful capital project experience.
3. Record of successful external grant and/or foundation funding, or fund-raising experience.
4. Experience at a large public university.
5. Experience in recruitment, development, utilization and retention of a diverse staff.
6. Successful teaching experience at the college level.
7. A record of professional publications and/or presentations or other scholarly work.
Application Process
Complete the online application, attach resume with list of references and cover letter.
https://jobs.ku.edu, position number 00209443
Institutional Information
The University of Kansas is a comprehensive research university located approximately 45 miles west of Kansas City. The Vice Provost for Student Affairs is the senior student affairs officer for the main campus in Lawrence and is responsible for student life, support and leadership programs, student auxiliary services, and student-supported wellness programs.
Additional Information
This position supervises:
1 Associate Vice Provost
1 Assistant Vice Provost
9 Unit Directors
1 Assistant (Unclassified Professional Staff)
The start date is negotiable.
Contact Information
Sharon Parnell
sparnell@ku.edu
POSTED: 1/4/12
Assistant Dean
University of North Texas
Department Overview
Undergraduate Studies offers assistance in Academic Support, Academic Programming and Educational Innovation. Their mission is to promote student success through initiatives to maximize access, retention, progression and timely graduation.
Position Description
UNT's formula for success has been to put the staff first by recognizing that the surest way to deliver outstanding service is to continually develop and reward those who provide it. The Assistant Dean is part of the senior management team in Undergraduate Studies. With the Dean and Associate Dean, the Assistant Dean will participate in setting the strategic direction for Undergraduate Studies through the development of policy and practice, management of resources, leading direct intervention with students in and out of the classroom and coordinating outreach efforts. Additional duties will be assigned as needed.
Required Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and five years of professional related experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities.
* Ability to lift 25 lbs
* Must have a valid Texas driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess a Master's Degree in Counseling, Higher Education or a related field with seven years of experience in College or University academic advising, including supervision of advising staff, management of learning communities and first year seminars, budget experience, academic policy formulation and enforcement, and teaching experience at the college or university level. Ph.D. preferred.
Application Process
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please submit a resume, cover letter and a list of three professional references.
For more information and to apply, visit: http://apptrkr.com/224788
UNT is an AA/EOE/ADA.
POSTED: 12/20/11
Executive Director of Academic Advising
Office of Academic Advising
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Close Date: Open Until Filled.
Position Description
The Executive Director of Academic Advising is responsible for the institutional leadership of academic advising, developing and coordinating a comprehensive advising program incorporating the advising centers in each of the University's five Colleges and the Islander Transition Center (ITC). In conjunction with college leadership, faculty and various campus offices, the Executive Director develops, implements and coordinates advising initiatives to meet the needs of students and increase student retention and success.
Duties
In addition to other appropriate duties as assigned the Executive Director's responsibilities include:
* Advising: academic advising of students as appropriate
* Leadership: chairing the University's Academic Advising Council; developing and maintaining an Advisors' Handbook reflecting common policies and guidelines based on best practices; general oversight of the 6 advising centers to assure, in conjunction with the College Deans' Offices and leadership of the ITC, that each advising center serves the distinct interests and needs of its constituents appropriately
* Personnel Management: developing and monitoring job descriptions; hiring and evaluating professional academic advisors in conjunction with the Associate Deans and Senior Academic Advisors of the colleges and the ITC leadership as appropriate
* Coordination: working collaboratively with college associate deans and advisors to engage them in decision-making and foster teamwork and team building; communicating and coordinating advising efforts to promote consistencies; facilitating understanding and full use of advising software; holding regular meetings of academic advising centers; facilitating meetings among advisors and other campus offices (disability services, registrar, career services, student affairs, graduate studies, etc.)
* Assessment: the overall assessment of academic advising including the development of assessment tools that take into account the colleges' diversity; annual assessment of advising and direction when changes need to be made; review of and recommendation of improvements in the general academic advising system
* Retention: coordinating advising strategies with various campus entities and programs to maximize student success and retention; providing professional development concerning best practices with advisors regarding retention; contributing to various campus wide retention efforts
* Professional Development for Advising Staff: providing regular on-campus professional development sessions for advisors, including best practices sessions for senior academic advisors regarding staff evaluation; providing off-campus development opportunities for advisors (state and national NACADA meetings, etc.)
* Professional Development for Faculty Mentors: working with College Deans' Offices to promote and facilitate faculty members in their roles as mentors of students, and to develop and disseminate best practices in this area
* Transition: developing and maintaining positive relations with partner schools for the advising and efficient transfer of students to TAMUCC; facilitating the development and establishment of Memoranda of Understanding with these schools and directing the development and maintenance of transfer guides
Required Qualifications
Master's degree and five years of relevant professional experience in higher education academic advising or equivalent field. Additional education beyond a master's may be considered in lieu of experience. Must have prior experience in managing employees and personnel development. Demonstrated ability to identify, implement and evaluate technology and other tools to support academic advising (ie: online advising, assessment of advising, student tracking, social media, etc.). Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with students, faculty, staff and parents. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, and be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a group.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral degree in a related field. NACADA certification. Demonstrated leadership within academic advising. Experience with assessment, data collection and analysis. Knowledge of Banner, Microsoft Office, Degree Works. Experience working with MOUs and transfer guides.
Application Process
View the full job posting and apply at: https://islanderjobs.tamucc.edu Attach a letter of interest, resume and names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references to your on-line application. This is a security sensitive position and employment is contingent upon an acceptable criminal background investigation.
Institutional Information
TAMU-CC has an enrollment of 10,000+ students and offers 79 bachelors, master and doctoral degrees. Founded in 1947, the university has experienced a period of sustained growth and is one of the fastest growing institutions in Texas. The university is located on a 240-acre island just eight miles from downtown Corpus Christi, and its modern facilities include over $180 million in new construction in the past five years.
Additional Information
A&M-Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity.
Office of Human Resources
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi,
6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412-5730 361)825-2630
Contact Information
Toni Nerren
HR Generalist
Toni.Nerren@tamucc.edu
361-825-2630
POSTED: 12/14/11
PACE Mentoring Coordinator
Texas State University - San Marcos
PACE Mentoring Coordinator - University College
Department: University College
Pay Rate: $3,570.00 - $3,750.00
Pay Basis: Monthly
Open Until Filled
Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to: Providing leadership in the implementation of the PACE mentoring experience within Texas State's Personalized Academic and Career Exploration (PACE) Center. They will (1) Articulate the campus vision for PACE mentoring, including outreach to students, faculty, staff and the community; (2) Serve as the coordinator for the PACE Faculty Liaison program and provide administrative support to efforts in this area; (3) Provide leadership, advocacy and expertise related to faculty and staff mentors; (4) Foster a spirit of cross-campus communication and collaboration in support of the PACE initiative; (5) Support college assessment initiatives in the area of PACE mentoring, and; (6) Represent the PACE Director, as needed.
Position Description
Supervises the PACE mentoring program and coordinates PACE outreach efforts to the undergraduate colleges, including serving as liaison to the PACE Faculty Fellows program.
The Assistant Director of PACE:
Mentoring reports to the Dean of University College and Director of the PACE Center and is part of the leadership team for that College. University College is responsible for the University Seminar freshman course, academic advising of eligible freshmen and all students in Exploratory (Undeclared) status, students seeking entry into the McCoy College of Business Administration, the General Studies program and National Student Exchange. PACE is the acronym for Personalized Academic and Career Exploration, a program that involves most freshmen in an integrated and linked program of course selection, major choice and career exploration.
Required Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree with full-time experience in mentoring, career services or academic advising in the university setting; Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in career development; Demonstrated ability to plan, develop and implement complex strategic goals and program initiatives; Interpersonal skills necessary to ensure collaborative relationships with undergraduate colleges, departments and PACE Faculty Fellows Liaisons.
Preferred Qualifications
Two-years full-time experience in mentoring, career services or academic advising in the university setting. Experience with the Banner Student Information System. College level teaching experience.
Master's degree preferred
For more information and to apply, visit: http://apptrkr.com/220852
Employment with Texas State University-San Marcos is contingent upon the outcome of a criminal history background check.
Texas State University-San Marcos is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.
Texas State University-San Marcos will not discriminate against any person (or exclude any person from participating in or receiving the benefits of any of its activities or programs) on any basis prohibited by law, including race, color, age, national origin, religion, sex or disability, veterans status or on the basis of sexual orientation.
Texas State is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions.
Texas State University-San Marcos is a member of the Texas State University System. Texas State University-San Marcos is an EOE.
POSTED: 12/13/11
Director, PACE Advising Services
Texas State University - San Marcos
Department: University College
Pay Rate: $5,500.00 - $ 5,666.66
Pay Basis: Monthly
Open Until Filled
Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to: Providing leadership of the transformation of New Student Advising for all incoming freshman as part of Texas State's new Personalized Academic and Career Exploration (PACE) Center. They will articulate the campus vision for PACE; provide advocacy and expertise related to academic advising; foster a spirit of cross-campus communication and collaboration in support of the PACE initiative; support campus, college and PACE assessment initiatives in the area of academic advising; implement and provide professional development in support of the use of technologies enhancing academic advising programs; coordinate academic advising professional development on campus within the PACE framework.
Position Description
Directs day-to-day new student advising experience as part of the new Personalized Academic and Career Exploration (PACE) Center. Serves as director of new student advising initiatives and supervisor to the PACE advisors. Responsible for leading the transformation of undergraduate advising within the new PACE Center while integrating 5,000 incoming freshman into PACE.
The Director of PACE Advising Services reports to the Dean of University College and PACE and is part of the leadership team for that College. University College is responsible for the University Seminar freshman course, academic advising of eligible freshmen and all students in Exploratory (Undeclared) status, students seeking entry into the McCoy College of Business Administration, the General Studies program and National Student Exchange. PACE is the acronym for Personalized Academic and Career Exploration, a program that involves most freshmen in an integrated and linked program of course selection, major choice and career exploration.
Required Qualifications
Requires a master's degree with full-time experience in academic advising at the university level; Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in academic advising and a commitment to undergraduate education, undergraduate students and the role of undergraduate advising to teaching and learning; Demonstrated ability to provide leadership to academic advising programs and services; Demonstrated ability to plan, develop and implement complex strategic goals and program initiatives; Experience with academic advisor recruitment, retention, and supervision; Interpersonal skills necessary to ensure collaborative relationships and outcomes with college academic advising centers, academic advisors and University College faculty, staff and administrators; Demonstrated ability in using technology effectively to support and enhance undergraduate advising.
Preferred Qualifications
At least three years full-time experience in higher in academic advising at the university level. Experience with the Banner Student Information System and Degree Works degree audit system.
For more information and to apply, visit: http://apptrkr.com/220848
Employment with Texas State University-San Marcos is contingent upon the outcome of a criminal history background check.
Texas State University-San Marcos is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.
Texas State University-San Marcos will not discriminate against any person (or exclude any person from participating in or receiving the benefits of any of its activities or programs) on any basis prohibited by law, including race, color, age, national origin, religion, sex or disability, veterans status or on the basis of sexual orientation.
Texas State is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions.
Texas State University-San Marcos is a member of the Texas State University System. Texas State University-San Marcos is an EOE.
