Summary

Lynn University is an innovative, global and personalized college based in Boca Raton, Florida. Our 3,000 students are from approximately 100 countries. Our NCAA Division II Fighting Knights athletics program has won 24 national championships (and counting!)

The Chronicle of Higher Education consistently recognizes us as a "Great College to Work For" with high scores in compensation and benefits; work/life balance; job satisfaction; respect and appreciation, and more.

As a Lynn employee, you will help us build a better world with our students. Lynn is currently accepting applications for the Academic Advisor position. The Academic Advisor will take a student centered approach to provide guidance, insight, and perspective as students pursue and achieve their academic goals. Assist students in focusing on their interests and abilities, when choosing a major, changing majors, selecting courses, meeting degree requirements, and succeeding academically at Lynn University. To serve as a resource and assist in connecting students with the Lynn University Network. To take genuine interest in the personal and professional development of students.

To serve the interests of students and to provide accurate academic advice.To make student connections and assist with the course registrations of undergraduate and graduate students in every degree program.Carefully review degree requirements and progress toward degree completion.Provide instruction and guidance in planning an individual course completion map leading to graduation.Provide assistance in all facets of course registration.Work with faculty mentors to promote the academic success.Work with the Office of the Registrar in reviewing graduation petitions.Maintain current knowledge of all Lynn University academic degree programs.Understand and effectively communicate accurate information regarding all academic policies.

Academic advising experience and/or a related field experience working in a higher education setting.Familiarity with university information systems. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Must hold at least a Bachelor's degree but a Master's degree is preferred.

The Academic Advisor must be skilled in time management, basic computer use and communication. This person must be organized, analytical and sensitive to cultural and ethnic differences.

Lynn University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy or parenting status, veteran status, retirement status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the University Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator at 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431; via email at titleixcoordinator@lynn.edu; by phone at +1 561-237-7727 or to the U.S. Dept. of Education OCR.

Lynn University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters and doctoral degrees. Contact the SACSCOC at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call +1 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Lynn University. 2016 Lynn University 08/16.

Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling +1 561-237-7639.

In compliance with the Clery Act, the University annually provides a report to each student and current employee, as well as to prospective employees and students, that provides a detailed disclosure of information regarding campus security practices (including Emergency Response Plan, Timely Warnings, Emergency Warnings, Missing Persons, fire safety policies, fire prevention data, and Crime Log policies), as well as crime and fire-related incident statistics for the preceding year. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lynn.edu/securityreport