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University of Georgia Hiring for Academic Advisor II, CAES at Athens, GA Full Time
Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Posting Number | S10439P |
|---|---|
| Working Title | Academic Advisor II, CAES |
| Department | CAES-Assoc Dean Instruction |
| About the University of Georgia |
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. |
| About the College/Unit/Department | |
| College/Unit/Department website | |
| Posting Type | External |
| Retirement Plan | TRS or ORP |
| Employment Type | Employee |
| Benefits Eligibility | Benefits Eligible |
| Full/Part time | Full Time |
| Work Schedule | |
| Additional Schedule Information |
M-F; 8am-5pm |
| Advertised Salary | $57,000 (Commensurate with Experience) |
| Posting Date | 05/17/2023 |
| Open until filled | Yes |
| Closing Date | |
| Proposed Starting Date | 07/01/2023 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Location of Vacancy | Athens Area |
| EEO Policy Statement |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]). |
Position Information
| Classification Title | Academic Services Professional |
|---|---|
| FLSA | Exempt |
| FTE | 100 |
| Minimum Qualifications |
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. |
| Preferred Qualifications |
Preferred master’s degree and at least 3 years advising experience |
| Position Summary |
Academic Advisor positions in the College will be housed in and work closely with the departments that coordinate the students’ majors they are assigned. In addition to professional, independent work advising students on course and program selection, this position assists |
| Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, experience working with students, comfortable with public speaking. A degree and/or background in agriculture. |
| Physical Demands |
Sit at a computer for extended periods of time. Occasional light lifting. |
| Is driving a responsibility of this position? | Yes |
| Is this a Position of Trust? | Yes |
| Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No |
| Does this position require a P-Card? | No |
| Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No |
| Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | No |
| Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | Yes |
| Credit and P-Card policy |
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the website. |
Duties/Responsibilities
| Duties/Responsibilities |
Advising Students: Meet with students to recommend major-specific courses for the next semester, prepare advising forms, answer student questions, and direct students to resources on campus. This involves extensive prep time; a thorough understanding of assigned majors’ requirements, course offerings, and nuances; competency in advising-related software; and awareness of campus resources. Provide advising related feedback to departmental faculty. |
|---|---|
| Percentage of time | 50 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
Recruitment: Participate in recruitment and retention events for the college and the academic departments in which the position’s majors are housed. This can include, but is not limited to, Orientation 2.0, Transfer Student Welcome, Georgia DAZE, New Dawgs, Scholar Initium, and Resource Fair. Meet with prospective students and families as needed. Prepare transfer plans for prospective transfer students. |
|---|---|
| Percentage of time | 25 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
Student Development: Prepare students and assist departments in student affairs and enrichment activities. Monitor at-risk students in caseload, including those on academic probation, at risk of being placed on academic probation, and with known personal challenges reported to the advisor. Work with college academic coach, department faculty, Disability Resource Center, and/or Student Care and Outreach as needed to help support student retention and success. |
|---|---|
| Percentage of time | 15 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
Professional Development: Attend meetings, classes, workshops, and conferences related to academic advising and student affairs. This can include, but is not limited to, staff meetings, staff retreats, the Certificate in Academic Advising, Fall and Spring Advisor Workshops, Advisor Brown Bags, and NACADA conferences as budget allows. |
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| Percentage of time | 10 |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
