What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor II position at University of Central Oklahoma?
Job Details
Job Location
Main Campus - Edmond, OK
Position Type
Staff
Salary Range
$36,760.75 - $36,760.75 Salary/year
Job Category
OTRS Classified
Description
Position Classification
Regular, full-time, salaried, exempt and benefit-eligible staff position. For more benefit information visit
General Schedule
Position typically works Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm in-office at UCO's main campus in Edmond, Oklahoma.
Position Overview
Provides guidance and counseling to students in matters related to academic goals, choice of curriculum, course load, study habits, and course scheduling. Completes degree checks for individual students and student groups as needed. Assists with student orientation. Develops and/or completes college/school documents such as classroom assignments, plans of study, curriculum guides, graduation forms, and study abroad documentation.
Job Duties
Advises Nursing students.
Additional duties with the RN-BS students, which include advisement, social media, and recruitment.
Bachelor’s degree in job related field plus 3 years of work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Qualifications/Experience Preferred
Master’s degree. Prior academic advising/counseling experience. Must be proficient in basic mathematics. Familiarity with the admission and enrollment process at the University of Central Oklahoma or in an institution of higher education setting and its undergraduate degree programs. Willingness to work within the academic framework of the University and to serve on faculty and student committees.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Technical proficiency; trust and credibility; dedication; self-awareness; Accepting ambiguity; team player; time management skills; independent; results-oriented. Knowledgeable in the higher education attainment process, particularly the requirements and general value of education. Demonstration of a warm and caring professional attitude and creative counseling techniques. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to work well under pressure.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Job Location
Main Campus - Edmond, OK
Position Type
Staff
Salary Range
$36,760.75 - $36,760.75 Salary/year
Job Category
OTRS Classified
Description
Position Classification
Regular, full-time, salaried, exempt and benefit-eligible staff position. For more benefit information visit
General Schedule
Position typically works Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm in-office at UCO's main campus in Edmond, Oklahoma.
Position Overview
Provides guidance and counseling to students in matters related to academic goals, choice of curriculum, course load, study habits, and course scheduling. Completes degree checks for individual students and student groups as needed. Assists with student orientation. Develops and/or completes college/school documents such as classroom assignments, plans of study, curriculum guides, graduation forms, and study abroad documentation.
Job Duties
Advises Nursing students.
Additional duties with the RN-BS students, which include advisement, social media, and recruitment.
- Informs students on appropriate academic schedules, choice of major, number of hours available, probation, and suspension; suggests remedial or corrective actions.
- Guides students in the selection of a major.
- Completes degree audits for individual students and student groups as needed.
- Acts as a resource for academic information and decision-making strategies.
- Acts as a liaison between the University academic departments, UCO students, and prospective students.
- Articulates coursework as needed.
- Participates in training and evaluation sessions.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Bachelor’s degree in job related field plus 3 years of work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Qualifications/Experience Preferred
Master’s degree. Prior academic advising/counseling experience. Must be proficient in basic mathematics. Familiarity with the admission and enrollment process at the University of Central Oklahoma or in an institution of higher education setting and its undergraduate degree programs. Willingness to work within the academic framework of the University and to serve on faculty and student committees.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Technical proficiency; trust and credibility; dedication; self-awareness; Accepting ambiguity; team player; time management skills; independent; results-oriented. Knowledgeable in the higher education attainment process, particularly the requirements and general value of education. Demonstration of a warm and caring professional attitude and creative counseling techniques. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to work well under pressure.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Salary : $36,761
