Position Title:Academic Advisor I (13053) Department:655530 - School of Business Job Posting Description:

The School of Business at SIUE is seeking qualified candidates to fill a full-time Academic Advisor I position. The Academic Advisor will meet with prospective and current students to provide accurate and current curricular information on undergraduate programs, assist undergraduates in short-term and long-term academic program planning, and aid with program changes (class drops and adds and major changes). The selected candidate will provide counsel regarding career plans and refer students to other departments and services on campus when appropriate. This position will also perform various administrative tasks which support advising duties and the progression of the student toward graduation such as maintain and manage appropriate academic records.

Additionally, the Academic Advisor will assist in prospective student campus visits and events as well as various retention efforts for undergraduate School of Business programs. The above statements of this job description describe the general duties performed by employees assigned to this position. Other duties in support of the mission of the School of Business may be assigned and the essential functions may be changed or modified as needed to best support student services. The professional responsibilities of this position will necessitate some evening and /or weekend hours.

To Apply for this Vacancy:
This position closes to applicants at 11:59 p.m. CST on the posting end date. When applying through the HireTouch system, please be sure to complete all of the updated 2022 forms that are attached to the job located under your Applicant Profile box (refresh browser if needed).

Candidates must upload and attach the following documentation to their application package in SIUE’s HireTouch system:
-Cover Letter
-Resume
-Unofficial academic transcripts, including those for SIUE. All candidates must provide transcripts for educational qualification verification and/or course work assessment.
-List of at least three professional references with current contact information.

When uploading your required documents, please ensure you attach them to the correct position using the drop-down box to label. Failure to follow this step may keep Hiring Managers from reviewing your materials. Incomplete application packages will result in a delay of review and/or non-review. Applicants will be subject to a background check and/or drug screening prior to an offer of employment. NOTE: Some positions may be represented by a union and may incur union dues.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. SIUE is committed to education that explores the historic significance of diversity in order to understand the present and to better enable our community to engage the future. Integral to this commitment, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville strives for a student body and a workforce that is both diverse and inclusive. We strongly encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups, including women, members of racially minoritized groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply. For more on our Statement of Diversity, visit SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans

SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at percentage of appointment). For more about our benefits and employee services, visit: https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:

-Master's degree in student personnel, higher education, business administration, or a closely related field is required.-Knowledge of college student development, academic advising theory and the college environment.-Knowledge of student support services available to college students.-Ability to demonstrate good communication skills and personal rapport with diverse populations as well as professionally communicate via electronic channels.-Capable of using various computerized student information systems and personal computing software.

Preferred Qualifications:

-One to four years of experience as an Academic Advisor highly preferred.-Experience advising in collegiate-level business education programs and assisting students with adjusting to college-level academic expectations.-Candidates with graduate assistant experience in an area of student affairs will be considered.

FLSA Exemption Status:Exempt Posting Salary:$3,025.45 Monthly/ $36,305 Annual {non-negotiable and based on current contract}. Excellent benefits package. Appointment Type:Permanent Location:SIU Edwardsville Main Campus Posting Start Date:05/23/2022 Posting End Date:06/20/2022 Required Documents:Cover Letter, References, Resume, Transcripts