Online Academic Advisor (Remote or On Site Option)
- Employer
- Husson University
- Location
- Maine, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Mar 22, 2024
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Other Business & Administrative Affairs
- Employment Level
- Non-Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Type Full-Time
Job Number 00442
Division Staff
Closing Continuous
Opening 03/21/2024
Academic Year No
Location Bangor, ME
Department Online Learning Admin (2360)
Description
Husson University’s Online Academic Advisors oversee retention,
registration, academic planning, and advising for all students
enrolled in online and distance education programs. An Academic
Advisor’s primary responsibility is to provide superb student
support, academic advising, and to meet established online program
retention goals. As an Academic Advisor, you will act as the coach
and mentor for students throughout their program. You will be there
to inspire, motivate, and challenge them.
With options to work fully remote or on our Campus in Bangor,
Maine, this position functions as the primary University contact
for an assigned set of online students. The Advisor provides
student support through academic planning, communication, and
outreach to students, as well as providing resources and tools for
success. Advisors must also have knowledge of financial aid and
billing processes and attend regular trainings. Advisors are
consummate professionals who have outstanding oral and written
communication skills, customer service skills, and the ability to
work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Advisors provide timely and regular feedback to students, answer
all student questions about their programs, keep in regular
communication with all students, work with every student on their
program plans of study and career goals, and keep detailed
records.
- Manage cohort of students and coach through degree program; Provide consistent and accurate advising information to students.
- Encourage and support students as they gain the skills and knowledge necessary for success.
- Provide a trusting environment where students can share their thoughts, aspirations, concerns, and interests.
- Provide students with the available resources to aid with their success here at the university.
- Act as the student liaison between other departments; possess a thorough understanding of university policies, procedure, requirements, and effectively communicate them to students.
- Advise students regarding academic interests, college offerings and requirements.
- Review student files to make sure that students are on track for success.
- Ensure satisfactory academic progress through graduation.
- Oversee the advising processes and support student course registration and academic planning.
- Ensure positive student experience and academic success.
- Serve as the primary contact for the day-to-day relationships around retention and advising.
- Assist students in selecting courses and combinations of courses that reflect individual interests and academic preparedness. Interpret assessment scores and facilitate decisions with students regarding placement choices within their selected program of study.
- Track student progress using the student success system and communicate plans of success to students on a regular basis.
- Assess student engagement data, participation, and virtual attendance.
- Use Dropout Detective to track student retention data and make notes about student progress.
- Meet with students in person, phone, text, and web conference providing guidance and information on the University, its programs, and available student resources.
- Assist the Director of Online and Distance Education Enrollment Management with early alert initiatives and preparing appropriate reports.
- Maintain confidentiality of records and information (FERPA Compliance).
- Maintain accurate student records.
- Maintain knowledge of all University policies and procedures, grounds and facilities, registration process, and all services provided at Husson University.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
- Other duties as assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred.
- Appreciation for professional and online education experiences.
- 3-5 years’ experience in higher education student success, teaching, and/or advising.
- Demonstrates the highest professional demeanor and ethical behavior while representing the institution
- Ability to articulate the value and benefits of a Husson education to a variety of audiences.
- Ability to work independently as well as establish and maintain collegial relations with other University staff, faculty and students.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a close and integrated team of online academic professionals.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- A collaborative and transparent approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to plan, organize and implement programs and projects related to Husson University’s retention and student success goals.
- Ability to interpret and carry out University policies and procedures.
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Agency Husson University
Address 1 College Circle Bangor, Maine, 04401 Bangor, ME, 04401
Website http://www.husson.edu
PI238470814
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