What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor position at CLEARY UNIVERSITY?
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Duties & Responsibilities
CLEARY UNIVERSITY
Academic Advisor (Full-Time)
JOB DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY OF BASIC JOB FUNCTION:
Develop academic plans and academically coach assigned students through degree completion. Monitor retention and facilitate the registration of assigned students. Conduct quarterly degree audits. Assist students with connections to other departments. Support functions of other departments by following up with students, as needed, including financial aid, business office, registrar, and faculty.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develop and implement an academic plan for each assigned advisee. Clearly communicate academic plan details to the respective student. Ensure students are taking required classes when available and assist in planning course offerings to meet the needs of all students.
2. Monitor academic progress through Drop Out Detective, intervening as appropriate and using multiple strategies (phone, text, email, in person) to encourage retention and degree completion through the development of academic success plans. Participate in the Academic Progress process with colleagues from multiple departments, advocating for student success.
3. Know and thoroughly understand Cleary’s courses, majors, minors, sequences, professional opportunities, internship opportunities, and the scope of each so that the advisor can successfully coach students according to their academic, personal, and professional goals.
4. Assist students with academic planning and registration each semester. Proactively monitor student schedules and course selections, facilitating changes, as needed.
5. Proctor Proficiency Exams and facilitate other prior learning processes, as needed. Assess opportunities for credit and guide students through the required processes.
6. Refer students and faculty to resources and other University offices, as needed. Assist students in navigating campus departments and provide guidance as needed.
7. Assist with the planning and implementation of New Student Orientation as well as other campus activities and events.
8. Assist student recruitment efforts, communicate with new prospective students, represent and promote the University within the community, serve on committees, and perform other duties as assigned.
Professional Development/Professionalism
1. Participate in internal and external staff training opportunities, as required.
2. Maintain accurate and up-to-date information regarding academic credentials and professional activities.
3. Stay current with local, regional, and national conditions that pertain to role.
4. Interact with internal and external stakeholders in a timely, courteous, and professional manner.
5. Abide by all conditions outlined in the University’s employee manual.
SUPERVISES: College Work Study Students, as delegated by supervisor.
Supervised by: Dean of Academic Operations
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
1. Bachelors degree required; masters degree preferred. Degree or experience in business, human resources, or leadership-related fields.
2. One to three years of experience in academic advising, credit evaluation, testing, college-level teaching, career advising, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. Strong technology and communication skills. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and competing priorities. Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt; Administrative/Professional
