Job location: Boca Raton

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2021-06-14
Req: REQ10489
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Position Summary:

University Advising Services at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to engaging communities underrepresented in higher education. Florida Atlantic University is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the diverse internal and external communities that it serves.

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Academic Advisor, I, Boca Raton, FL.

With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, FAU is pushing the boundaries of higher education. Florida Atlantic's faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art, and technology in all disciplines. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes.

Summary of Responsibilities Include:

• Serve in the Academic Coaching and Career Enhancement for Student Success (ACCESS) Academic Coaching Center as part of University Advising Services (UAS) and provide individual academic coaching/advising and academic workshops to first and second-year students in such areas as time management, study skills, test-taking strategies, financial literacy, and others.
• Manage a caseload of first and second-year students on academic probation and meet with students on a reoccurring basis throughout each semester to assist with course requirements, setting academic goals and developing academic and career action plans.
• Collaborate with the FAU Career Center, Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL), FAU college advising offices and other members of the University community to develop/implement programs that address the needs of students on academic probation.
• May serve as a liaison to an assigned college or student support unit on campus, assist with revising and updating curriculum information and other media publications.
• Clear undergraduate registration holds; respond to email inquiries, present at new student orientations, assist with campus events, such as the Admissions Office open house and campus days and other activities supporting the mission of UAS.
• Work and support undecided students, students in academic difficulty and students transitioning into their major or choice and regularly interact with students, parents, university personnel and the general public. May teach the SLS freshman transition courses.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in Education, Student Affairs/Development, Counselor Education, Psychology, or a related field required.

One year of experience in advising, counseling, orientation, student services or related experience at a university preferred.

Working knowledge of the Appreciative Advising model preferred.

Proficiency with computer programs specifically, Microsoft Word, Access, Outlook, and Excel is required.

Ability to communicate effectively and professionally required.

Must be willing to work from FAU Boca Raton campus as this is not a remote position.

Salary:

$47,660

College or Department:

University Advising Services

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Occasional weekend hours.

Application Deadline:

2021-06-28-07:00

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

Successful completion of a background check, which may include a motor vehicle check, credit check, fingerprinting or additional screening, is required for the selected candidate prior to the start date.

A resume and a cover letter are required for this position. Make sure to attach these required documents in the Attachments section of the application. Any missing required documents may result in disqualification.