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Rowan University is a Carnegie-classified Doctoral University (Moderate Research Activity) with approximately 19,000 students. Its main campus is located in Glassboro, N.J., 20 miles southeast of Philadelphia, with additional campuses in Camden and Stratford. The University comprises seven academic colleges and five schools—the William G. Rohrer College of Business; the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering; the Colleges of Communication and Creative Arts, Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, Performing Arts, and Science and Mathematics; the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University; the Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine; the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences; the School of Health Professions; and the School of Earth and Environment—with an Honors College that spans across disciplines. Rowan is one of two public universities in the country to offer M.D. and D.O. medical degree programs. The institution is also home to the South Jersey Technology Park, which fosters the translation of applied research into commercial products and processes. Rowan has been recognized as one of the top 90 public research universities and the 7th fastest growing research institution in the nation.

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UAS Assistant Academic Advisor (PSS4)-AFT-External

Job no: 493521
Work type: Regular full time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: Professional

Position Title: Assistant Academic Advisor (Range 18)

Department: University Advising Services (UAS)

Division: Division of Student Affairs

Position Summary for UAS Academic Advisors: This Assistant Academic Advisor will report to the relevant Associate Director of University Advising Services. The Assistant Academic Advisor will assist students in many aspects of the advising process, including supporting student understanding and application of University and program policies, requirements, and opportunities.

Initial Placement:

Assistant Academic Advisor, Rohrer College of Business – Business Hall

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advise students about academic requirements and selection of courses, in the form of both individual and group sessions
• Provide career advising as it relates to major and course selection
• Consult with Senior Academic Advisor and/or Associate Director regarding problematic academic progress issues, interactions with parents, student complaints, etc.; refer any problems or difficult situations which arise to leadership
• Review and interpret placement and other standardized test scores, unofficial transcripts, and course prerequisites
• Stay abreast of institutional information including admissions requirements, academic programs, course changes, deadlines, important dates, costs, expanding facilities, updates in university-wide initiatives, transfer requirements, and state and federal mandates
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of degree program requirements
• Understand and interpret for students the University’s academic standing policy
• Provide guidance on relevant institutional policies and procedures

Understand the institution’s interpretation of FERPA rules for the release of student information to faculty, parents, students, etc. and consult with Senior Academic Advisor and/or Associate Director as needed.

Maintain accurate records (including electronic notes) of interactions with students

Refer students to the appropriate specialized staff for services such as tutoring, testing, counseling, financial assistance, study abroad, etc.

Assist with new student orientations and admissions activities (e.g., Open House)

Engage in professional development activities, including but not limited to, memberships in professional organizations; attendance at conferences, workshops, and training sessions; stay current with information technology skills (e.g., Banner)

Participate in institutional student development and retention programs

Position may require some evening and weekend activities

Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• One year of experience working with students in a post-secondary educational institution or other appropriate educational setting. A Master’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling in Education Settings, Student Personnel Services, or another field relevant to the position is equivalent to one year of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education

Preferred Qualifications:

• Significant experience providing support services in a higher education setting
• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling in Education Settings, Student Personnel Services, or another field relevant to the position.
• Experience advising across a range of curricula preferred
• Experience in the relevant academic discipline(s)
• Experience working with students with a variety of academic interests and abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, student information systems (Banner), and internet
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
• High level of customer service skills
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly

Starting Date: March 15^th, 2019 or as determined by mutual agreement

Salary Range: 18

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position.

Rowan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diverse people and abilities. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Advertised: Feb 19 2019 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Mar 4 2019 11:55 PM Eastern Standard Time

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