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Academic Advisor

Employer: College of Charleston
Location: Charleston, SC

Administrative Jobs: Student Affairs, Academic Advising
Employment Type: Full Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution

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Organization

Job Details

Internal Title:

Academic Advisor

Position Type:

Classified

Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration:

Non-Faculty

Pay Band:

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Department:

Academic Advising and Planning Ctr

Job Purpose:

The Academic Advisor supports undergraduate students with all aspects of academic planning by promoting and encouraging self- authorship and resource utilization in support of academic success, as well as timely and informed pursuit of an academic major. This is accomplished through an one on one student-centered, individualized, technology-enhanced advising appointments and the establishment of a relationship based on mutual trust with a diverse student population. Students meet with their academic advisor to explore their interests, discuss course options, consider majors, plan for the future, and address any academic concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required in liberal arts discipline, counseling or related field. Two years of professional workplace experience in higher education or related field in which applicant can convey relevant transferable skills. Knowledge and understanding of FERPA regulations and its application. Working knowledge and effective utilization of Microsoft Suite products and Zoom software.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

Professional academic advising
Conferred Master’s Degree (by a start date)
*Familiarity with Banner, Degree Works, and CRM Advise

Successful candidates will love:

· Working with undergraduate students in both one-on-one and in group settings in person and online assisting in identifying goals, understanding campus systems and planning for success· Serving as a referral agent to campus resources· Helping students find their place and their people· Employing current and evolving technology· Serving as a problem solver and resource to students and colleagues alike· Exhibiting initiative and sharing ideas· Embracing and employing established departmental values (Team Spirit, Accountability, Humility, Communication, Appreciation, Inclusion)· Being a part of a team dedicated to mutual respect and collegiality· Enjoy working in a dynamic, fast paced season-based advising (distinct Fall, Spring, Summer) setting· Working independently as well in work teams· Collaborating with colleagues inside and outside the department to drive the vision and mission of the department through programming and committee work· Participating in ongoing professional development opportunities with a dedication to continuous improvement
· Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Skills required for success in the position:

· Demonstrated understanding of student development at a liberal arts & sciences college.· Well versed in the basic principles and theories of advising and college student development in higher education· Demonstrated problem-solving skills· Demonstrated effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills· Able to establish and maintain effective relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, students, and parents· Exhibit initiative and tolerance for ambiguity in an ever-changing environment· Affirm and contribute to a positive workplace culture

Additional Comments Regarding Position:

May be required to work outside the College’s normal operating hours (8:30am-5:00pm, Monday through Friday), during New Student Orientation, special events or evening advising. May be required to offer individual or group appointments virtually. Opportunity for telecommuting one day a week after the first 12 months of employment. Physical demands include sitting, walking within the office and around campus; navigating to, from and between buildings, classroom environments and stairways, particularly during New Student Orientation. Applicants with mobility issues are welcome to apply.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must submit a targeted cover letter, resume, a thoughtful one-page Advising Philosophy statement and three professional references, one of which must be a current or past supervisor. Applicants must complete the College of Charleston’s online application in its entirety, as well as submit requested materials to receive full consideration for candidacy.

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Salary:

*$40,935 - $41,200

Posting Date:

03/20/2023

Closing Date:

05/08/2023

Open Until Filled:

Posting Number:

2023049

EEO Statement:

The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

Quicklink for Posting:

https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/13661

Activity:

Provide quality, accurate in-person and virtual individual academic advising to 300-350 first-year, transfer, and undecided students, including special populations (academically at-risk, provisional, academic warning or probation or conditionally readmitted, Summer First students and students with physical or learning disabilities), following a developmental philosophy of advising as defined by NACADA and CAS standards and maintain appropriate records. Work with students to develop an academic plan by exploring interests, discussing majors and course options, setting realistic goals and addressing academic concerns. Refer advisees to other campus resources as appropriate. Academic advising is defined as providing effective interpersonal guidance, information and assistance in identifying, developing, and implementing strategies supportive of individual academic and career goals. The ultimate goal of this approach is the development of the individual.

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Instruct students through in-person and virtual individual, small group and workshop settings on technology-driven planning tools and resources, general education requirements, institutional policies and procedures, and the connection between majors, careers and transferrable skills. This may include travel across campus for preparation meetings and content delivery in various campus buildings and settings. This results in students developing critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills that can be showcased in the classroom and beyond.

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Engage in the College community by developing and cultivating relationships with campus partners particularly in ways strategic to the Academic Advising and Planning Center’s focus on student success. Plan and implement co-curricular and collaborative programs as necessary to meet the mission of College of Charleston, including but not limited to New Student Orientation, the Majors and Minors Fair or Admissions events. This includes regular travel across campus for preparation meetings and content delivery in various campus buildings and settings.

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Actively seek and provide professional development opportunities by identifying and participating in occasions to maintain and improve expertise in advising, teaching and specialty areas.

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Actively participate and help execute advising assessment related initiatives.

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Organization

Located in the heart of historic Charleston, South Carolina, the College of Charleston is a nationally recognized public liberal arts and sciences university. Since our founding in 1770, the College has maintained a strong liberal arts curriculum. The College is a state-supported, comprehensive institution and ranks among the nation’s top universities for quality of life, affordability, and exceptional education in the arts, sciences, education, and business. Our beautiful and historic campus, combined with contemporary facilities and cutting-edge programs, attracts exceptional students and faculty from across the U.S. and around the world.

Academics

Over 12,200 students select from more than 130 undergraduate majors and minors and 27 master’s degrees and graduate certificate programs. For example, we are the only college in America with an undergraduate program in Data Science. We have an entire school dedicated to Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs, and we offer 25 interdisciplinary minors in topics as diverse as environmental studies and crime, law and society.

The strength of a College of Charleston education is in its deeply rooted liberal arts and sciences tradition. Our goal is to prepare our students to be ethical, open-minded leaders and multidisciplinary problem solvers. Our success is largely due to our incredible faculty—accomplished teacher-scholars who are wholly invested in the intellectual growth and personal development of their students.

The College of Charleston is a mid-sized university organized around six academic schools:

Additionally, academic programs are coordinated by the Graduate School, Honors College, Center for International Education, and the College of Charleston North Campus.

About the College

A superior quality undergraduate program is central to the mission of the College. The College provides a creative and intellectually stimulating environment where students are challenged by a committed faculty of more than 500 distinguished teacher-scholars, all in an incomparable setting. The city of Charleston—world-renowned for its history, architecture, culture and coastal environment—serves as a living and learning laboratory for experiences in business, science, technology, teaching, the humanities, languages, and the arts. In addition to offering a broad range of bachelor’s degree programs, the College also provides master’s degree programs that are compatible with the needs of the community and the state. As a prominent component of the state's higher education system, the College encourages and supports research. Our faculty members are important sources of knowledge and expertise for the community, the state, and the nation.

Our professors are Fulbright and Guggenheim fellows, National Science Foundation CAREER award recipients, world-renowned performers, and Oprah’s Book Club authors. These faculty accolades, while impressive on their own, are even more remarkable when you consider the level of engagement and attention these accomplished scholars and professionals devote to their students. They are committed mentors who make sure that every student has the opportunity to achieve his or her full potential. College of Charleston professors are partners in meaningful undergraduate research, thoughtful academic advisors, and in many cases, lifelong friends.

At the College of Charleston, you’ll meet students, faculty, and staff from different cultures, ethnic backgrounds, beliefs, and sexual orientations. Students from 49 states and 62 countries choose the College for its small-college feel blended with the advantages and diversity of an urban, mid-sized university. Our students learn how to succeed and grow, both inside and outside the classroom. This comes from a rigorous exposure to the arts, sciences and humanities, and from a dedication to achievement in education, business and other professional careers. It comes from exceptional opportunities to pursue knowledge and conduct research at the undergraduate and graduate level beside some of the nation’s finest faculty. It comes from a vibrant and enriching campus life that provides meaningful opportunities to become engaged, to make a difference, and to become a leader.

While they live, work, and study in one of the greatest cities in the world, our students share many of the same hopes and dreams. They want to discover themselves, find out what they can achieve and create their own future. At the College of Charleston, we help students learn how to make that happen. In the great liberal arts tradition, a College of Charleston education focuses on discovery and personal growth, as well as preparing for life, work, and service in our society.

The College actively seeks to attract a diverse group of faculty who will help students excel academically and who will encourage individuals to thrive while engaging in original inquiry and creative expression in an atmosphere of intellectual freedom. Our classrooms provide students the opportunity to realize their intellectual and personal potential and to become responsible, productive members of society.

What makes the College of Charleston experience so exceptional?

Remarkable Students

College of Charleston students are phenomenally bright, creative, and independent. Last year, our students made contributions to society that had a tremendous impact on the Charleston community and the world at large. Graduating seniors won national awards, fellowships, and graduate scholarships to study subjects ranging from philosophy in New York, to international economics at Johns Hopkins, to Buddhism in China. They wrote award-winning papers, won conference championships, and developed professional networks that have led to remarkable careers.

Distinguished Faculty

Our accomplished faculty members share a commitment to their students and a research outlook that defines the term “teacher-scholar.” College of Charleston professors are here because they love what they do and because they are personally committed to the success of every one of their students. They acknowledge the talent of these students by engaging with them in meaningful, graduate-level research even as sophomores or juniors.

It’s an exciting time to be at the College of Charleston. After more than 240 years, we continue to evolve. Our reputation is spreading. More and more exceptional students make us their top choice, and we attract and retain the caliber of faculty that other colleges dream about. Consider a career at the College of Charleston. Apply online at jobs.cofc.edu.

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