About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University:

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is an independent, culturally diverse institution providing quality education and research in aviation, aerospace, engineering, and other related fields with residential campuses located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona. The University's Worldwide campus provides educational opportunities online and at approximately 130 locations throughout the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central/South America.

As the largest and most comprehensive aviation and aerospace-focused university in the world, Embry-Riddle is a unique institution. Over the past 90 years, the University has evolved with industry to break new ground and produce top-level graduates who serve the ever-changing needs of aviation and aerospace, and other STEM-related disciplines. Embry-Riddle offers programs in seven primary fields of study including: Applied Science; Aviation; Business; Computers and Technology; Engineering; Safety, Security, and Intelligence; and Space.

For Academic Year 2020-21, there were over 10,700 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students that attended the University's residential campuses and approximately 32,700 students in total enrolled with the University around the world.

The Opportunity:

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott, Arizona campus is looking to hire a Director of Academic Advising to join the Academic Affairs Team. Embry-Riddle's Prescott Campus is respected worldwide for cutting-edge instruction and training for tomorrow’s aviation, aerospace, security, and intelligence leaders. Prescott is a mile-high city and its climate reflects seasonable weather excellent for flying. Daytime averages are 80°F in the summer and 45°F in the winter. At 5,000 ft. above sea level, it boasts a mild climate, clean air, pristine wilderness areas, and nearby national forests. The university is a small, private, residential university in the mountains of Arizona with approximately 3,500 students. Staff/faculty/student interaction is highly valued and is a central theme of our campus. It is located 100 miles north of Phoenix and 120 miles south of the Grand Canyon.

The Director of Academic Advising is responsible for the development, implementation, and operation of a community of practice for advising at the Prescott Campus. Although academic advisors have a dotted line reporting structure to their respective college dean, the Director supervises all professional academic advisors. The Director collaborates with the ADSSS, college deans, the registrar, and department heads to develop student success and retention strategies including UNIV 101 College Success course, and effective advising opportunities. The Director will work collaboratively with advisors to identify professional development opportunities, policy and process consistency, and cross training needs. Responsible for budget, communications, and needs identification for the Advising Team, and the UNIV 101 course including the Campus Academic Mentor (CAM) program. Works with all programs and campus partners to continuously improve professional advising, the UNIV 101 course, and the CAM program.

Academic Advising:

• Develop the implementation of the Appreciative Advising model to frame advising sessions and communicate effectively with students across the campus.
• Collaborate to develop consistent processes to assist students with registration, course selection, schedule changes, academic planning, college adjustment, and referral to college resources.
• Collaborate with faculty to monitor student progress and provide outreach to students as needed, suggesting strategies for academic improvement and success.
• Lead the program for professional development to maintain and enhance relevant advising skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using Microsoft products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Administrative Role:

• Lead the collaboration with academic advisors from all university Colleges to enhance advising services and implement strategies that further student success.
• Implement retention efforts such as UNIV 101 College Success course for first-semester students.
• Participate in department meetings and functions as needed.
• Serve as liaison to Admissions, Registrar, Housing, Cashier’s Office, Dean of Students Office, International Student Services, Study Abroad, and other departments and colleges as necessary.
• Maintain accurate records, using technology resources.
• Be the primary liaison for all software implementation initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned based on the needs of the university.

ERAU benefits include:

• Retirement Plan - ERAU offers immediate vesting and provides a 6% gift and will match up to 4% of employee contributions

• Two BCBS health plans – PPO and high deductible plan with a health savings account

• Tuition waivers for employees, spouses, and dependent children

• Use of various campus services: fitness center, library, mailroom and enjoy observation flights

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree.Area of study: STEM subject, psychology, sociology, counseling, communication, education or other related field.

Preferred Education:

Master’s degree. Area of study: Higher Education, counseling, psychology, STEM subject, or other related field