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SUNY Schenectady County Community College lists this Academic Advisor opportunity in schenectady, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description:
SUNY Schenectady County Community College seeks a full-time Academic Advisor. Reporting to the Director of Academic Advisement and Retention, the Academic Advisor will be assigned a caseload of students who will provide comprehensive and intrusive advisement for throughout the academic year. The Academic Advisor will be responsible to ensure that their assigned caseload receives guidance during the semester regarding curriculum planning and will also utilize Degree Works and Starfish to provide any needed intervention. The Academic Advisor will assist all students in academic planning related to the students' chosen program of study. The advisor will also convey and interpret SUNY Schenectady's rules and regulations, academic prerequisites, programs, majors and courses of study. The advisor will assist students to define and develop realistic education, career and transfer plans. To do so the Academic Advisor will provide curriculum planning for students to include registration of summer/winter coursework (if appropriate) to ensure each student has an up-to-date academic plan through graduation. The Academic Advisor plays an integral role in the College's efforts towards student success, retention, and graduation. The Academic Advisor will advocate for student educational achievement to the highest attainable standard, support student goals, and uphold the educational mission of the college. The advisor will proactively contact and be available for student advisees on a regular basis. The advisor will serve as a member of the student success team to ensure engagement, advocacy, and support of SUNY Schenectady students. The Academic Advisor is a member of the Strategic Initiative & Planning Unit and is in a 12-month, part-time position.
Responsibilities:
Assists current and prospective students regarding academic planning, program and course selection, and scheduling
Advises students on academic, career and personal issues; identifies the educational and career options appropriate for each student and assists with the analysis of each option, including possible outcomes and their implications; if needed, refers student to various campus resources; sets up an action plan for the student to explore alternative careers and related majors
Identifies options for students to satisfy degree requirements; evaluates and makes recommendations while assisting students with persistence and completion
Become knowledgeable about college policies and procedures and requirements
Monitors academic progress of students; refers students to appropriate campus sources for assistance; collaborate with Success Team members to address concerns of academic risk as needed
Maintains student files and records; documents all pertinent student information; updates computerized information system regarding changes to student status
Interprets and explains college policies and procedures and requirements
Assists in recruitment of potential students by advising them of general academic requirements; describing courses; disseminates information regarding registration policies and procedures
Assists students with admission and registration/provides guidance in course selection in keeping with the student's interests, values and abilities
Clearly articulate Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and the process of Academic Warning, Dismissal and the process of applying for readmission
Cover the hours assigned in the Advising Center, which will include day and/or evening hours and various weekends
Collaborate with the entire advising team while serving as a productive member of their Division and the College
Keep abreast of current issues and trends in higher education to provide excellent student service through articulation and implementation of a student-centered philosophy
Ensure students understand SUNY seamless transfer pathways and articulation agreements and provide transfer advisement as necessary
Utilizes and manages technology including but not limited to Banner, Degree Works, and Starfish
Utilize Starfish to assist with caseload management, including providing student outreach based on tracking items and success plans
Recognize and respect students' diverse backgrounds
Participate in prospective student and first year programs including Orientation, First Year Seminar and recruitment initiatives; present academic information to new students and parents
All other duties as assigned by the Director of Academic Advising and Retention
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree
One year of professional experience, or the equivalent, in secondary or post-secondary education
Must be able to work select evenings and weekend hours during which the Advisement Center is open
Experience working with various standard computer software programs (i.e. Excel, Access, and Word)
Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree
Experience working in a community college setting and prior academic advisement experience preferred
Experience with technology; Banner, DegreeWorks, and/or retention software, i.e. Starfish
Special Information: VISA sponsorship is not available for this position
Offers of employment will be conditional based on the successful completion of a background check and verification of official college transcripts and/or certifications.
Additional Information:
Salary: $44,915
At SUNY Schenectady, salary is only one aspect of your compensation package.
Benefits and perks:
As a full-time team member here, you'll enjoy: Comprehensive health care coverage
Dental and vision coverage
A choice of retirement systems
A deferred compensation program
Professional development opportunities
Two on-site childcare providers (dependent on availability)
Discounted YMCA health club membership
Plus additional savings programs and perks!
Application Instructions:
Applications Due By: Applications accepted until position is filled.
If you need a disability-related accommodation to apply to this position, please contact the Human Resources Office at or
Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered for this position: Cover letter
Resume
Completed SUNY Schenectady Employment Application
References: Please provide three professional references which include name, title, and contact information
CAMPUS SAFETY REPORT
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the College's crime statistics for the past three years; and the availability regarding the College's current campus security policies. SUNY Schenectady County Community College's Annual Security Report is available here.
SUNY Schenectady is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United Stated and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Worksite address
schenectady, NY, 12309, US
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