Academic Advisor

IvyTech
US - Indiana - Kokomo
July 5, 2024

Academic Advisor

GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
Provide developmental academic advising for new and continuing students using a case management approach. Assist students in defining personal and academic career goals, interpreting and understanding placement scores, program curriculum and pre-requisites, and developing basic skills to register for courses, as appropriate. The Academic Advisor will refer students to appropriate internal and external resources that foster student success.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrate a strong commitment to student development and success through advocacy, positive attitude, adaptability, approachability, problem-solving, and support.
Demonstrate developmental academic advising that assists students in clarifying personal and academic career goals through the use of appropriate student development, human development, and student learning theories.
Assist students in interpreting and understanding placement scores, program curricula, and pre-requisites, etc.
Assist students in gaining a basic understanding of the College's registration process and processes that need to be completed before the beginning of each semester.
Maintain current knowledge of the institution's academic programs, curriculum, practices, and academic and student policies, including linear pathways and their significance in supporting retention and completion.
Coordinate with other Student Affairs and Academic Affairs areas to ensure the accuracy of advising materials distributed to students, faculty, and staff.
Possess a working knowledge of the various types of student financial assistance programs.
Manage academic advising caseload in a manner that promotes retention, persistence, and student success through proactive interactions and interventions.
Assist students in the development of an Academic Completion Plan or equivalent.
Interpret and explain college policies, procedures, and requirements to students.
Monitor student progress through regular meetings, communications, interventions, assessments, and data collection.
Maintain academic advising records in compliance with the College and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Develop and maintain appropriate relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
Utilize a communication plan to engage the college community in the academic advising process
Engage in behaviors that create an inclusive environment in which all people are valued, supported, and respected
Actively participate in professional development opportunities and professional organizations, as well as college-wide committees, etc.

Customer Service:

Provide strong customer service and/or student advocacy as demonstrated through a positive attitude of approachability, adaptability, strong problem solving and desire to identify and support student success
Act as a liaison to staff/faculty/administration outside of the Academic Advising Center
Engage in behaviors that create an inclusive environment in which all people are valued and supported

The above list of duties should not be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, counseling, social work, or related fields.
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in academic advising, admissions, career counseling, or related higher education areas is required.
Experience working with and being committed to diverse communication is required.
Excellent communication and time management skills, as well as the ability to demonstrate initiative and work in a team environment, are required.
Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and database applications including student records management systems.
Administrative and organizational skills along with strong customer service attributes are necessary.
A minimum of one to two years of relevant experience demonstrating leadership qualities is preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in college student personnel, higher education, counseling psychology, or related discipline is preferred.
Community College experience or credential preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to travel via car to other college sites as assigned.

WORK HOURS:
Most weekdays from 8:
00 a.m.-5:
00 p.m. with at least one day per week working from 9:
00 a.m.-6:
00 p.m.

Some evening and Saturday hours will be required

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Director of Academic Advising and Disability Services

Bachelor's degree

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

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