Academic Advising Professional III

The A Center is recruiting for an Academic Advising Professional III.

This position reports to the Senior Associate Director of The A Center, a unit within the Office of the Provost, Undergraduate Education. The Academic Advising Professional III (Advisor, Senior I) provides academic advising and programming assistance in areas such as major exploration, academic probation, and student retention. Academic Advising Professional III will support the recruitment, retention and engagement of students in The A Center. This position will serve as the front-line contact for undergraduate students for developmental academic advising to drive engagement and empower students to achieve their academic and career goals. This position plays a vital role in maximizing undergraduate student retention. Builds formative relationships with students by interpreting information and providing clarification on procedures and academic requirements of specific programs or majors. Academic advisors have authority to approve students' academic degree programs, including evaluating transfer credit and making exceptions to the program requirements under the auspices of their respective faculty.
The A Center supports undecided/undeclared students, as well as Pre-Profession (Pre-Health and Pre-Law) student services. In addition, this position will assist in hosting and participating in special events such as the annual Meet Your Major, Pre-Health, and Pre-Law Expos.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Provide developmental advising, support for major exploration advising, and programs to meet the specific needs of the following student populations: first-year and continuing undergraduate students who are undecided (No Major Selected), students seeking alternative majors; students who have been academically excluded from competitive majors; and/or students who are on academic warning/probation or who have been academically ineligible from the University.
• Advisor will provide 25 business hours of 30-minute in-person appointment availability weekly.
• Proficiency with University of Arizona Student Information System (UAccess).
• Possesses a full range and depth of professional knowledge and experience which allows them to work independently.
• Utilizes University advisor tools with excellent proficiency.
• Organizes the transfer of Required Program Change (RPC) students with respective colleges, working with Assistant Director to facilitate.
• Provides programming initiatives for current RPC students within The A Center.
• Markets Major Exploration Program in fall semester to first-year students, including visiting TLS 100 classes, providing messaging, and monitoring student enrollment.
• Manages spring Major Exploration Programming for first-year students, working with Senior Associate Director and Administrative Services Manager to facilitate non-course programs.
• Facilitate related workshops and presentations.
• Serve on various university committees.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of student development theory, advising practices, and principles.
• Demonstrated excellent communication and presentation skills and proactive, open, and responsive interpersonal skills.
• Experience working and communicating effectively with various student populations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with university personnel.
• Ability to communicate with various student populations effectively and professionally, university personnel, representatives from businesses and the community.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and perform duties autonomously.
• Ability to work evening and weekends, as needed.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with multiple departments, organizations, and individuals in a complex environment.
• Proficiency with University of Arizona Student Information System (UAccess).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's degree and equivalent training and/or experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience is required.

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Counseling, or related field.
  
• Demonstrated successful experience working with post-secondary students.
  
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a website and social media that provides information and resources relevant to Pre-Profession students, faculty and staff supporting them.
  
• Two or more years of demonstrated and successful experience in teaching freshman level courses at a two-year college or four-year undergraduate college/university.