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University of Michigan Academic Advisor - Undergraduate Programs in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Academic Advisor - Undergraduate Programs
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How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Associate Director for Student Academic Affairs and Programs, you will work in the Office of Academic and Student Affairs (OASA) and serve as one of the primary academic advisors for 700+ undergraduate students studying in the Bachelor of Science (BSI) degree program from the point of matriculation to graduation. In addition, you will serve as the primary point of contact for students pursuing undergraduate minors at UMSI, and have opportunities to oversee special projects related to new academic program initiatives.
Who We Are
The University of Michigan School of Information (UMSI) is a progressive, interdisciplinary professional school offering five degree programs. Our mission is to create and share knowledge so that people will use information - with technology - to build a better world.
We value an open, collaborative work environment, and if you like to place inclusion and equity at the center of your work, and have a desire to work with an accomplished and diverse student, faculty, and staff population, please consider applying to join our community!
For more information about UMSI, please visit ourwebsite (https://www.si.umich.edu/) .
Why Work at Michigan?
Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days, Family Leave)
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Dental and vision insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Tuition support program
Responsibilities*
Provide accurate, empathetic, and student-centered academic advising to our 700+ residential undergraduate students from matriculation to graduation through one-on-one (virtual and in-person) meetings as well as specialty advising programming and events.
Create, maintain, and distribute academic planning resources and advising messaging..
Drawing on academic advising and student development theory, develop positive working relationships with our students, holistically assessing their strengths and areas for growth, and connecting them to our community's curricular and co-curricular opportunities that match their interests and needs.
Support our students in attending to both personal and academic obstacles they may be facing by connecting them to relevant school and university resources (e.g., tutoring, dispute resolution, counseling services, emergency funding, etc.).
In collaboration with other academic advisors, implement the academic difficulty and student support reporting process across academic programs, including monitoring, triaging, and responding to reports from instructors. Elevate crisis or critical cases to the Assistant Director for Residential Academic Programs and/or the Assistant Director for Academic Success.
Be a resource for administrative questions regarding undergraduate academic advising and the undergraduate student experience. Contribute to discussions on enrollment projections, course scheduling, and degree audit updates.
Support the hiring, training, and development of 1-5 student staff, including functional or administrative supervision of student temp positions,
In collaboration with other staff, help design and implement new initiatives, undergraduate minors, and other projects, especially as they relate to the undergraduate program, academic advising, student success, and retention.
Required Qualifications*
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year university.
Minimum of 2+ years of experience in advising/counseling/mentoring college students, or related experience, with knowledge of student development theory and academic advising best practices.
A history of establishing positive, respectful, and collaborative working relationships with a diverse population of students, staff, and faculty.
Demonstrated commitment to access, inclusion, and equity, including experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and identities.
Work Schedule
Punctual, regular, and consistent attendance is required. May require working during non-business hours and on weekends on limited occasions. Some hybrid remote work may be possible, in accordance with UMSI Remote Work Policy and with supervisor approval, however, this role does have an expectation of on-site work at least 2 days per week. Remote work agreements are reviewed annually and are subject to change depending on business needs.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Additional Information
Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
253754
Working Title
Academic Advisor - Undergraduate Programs
Job Title
Academic Advisor/Couns Inter
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
School Information
Department
School of Information
Posting Begin/End Date
8/30/2024 - 9/13/2024
Salary
$53,000.00 - $59,000.00
Career Interest
Academic & Student Services
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