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Posting Number SF01868 Job Title Academic Advisor (University College for Academic Success) (2 Positions) Position Number 107919 & 108975 FTE 1.00 FLSA Exempt Position Type Professional Staff Union PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 10 Pay Grade Range Salary Range: $57,155 - $86,321 Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent Department Information

Department University College for Academic Success Contact(s) Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)

Contact Phone/Extension Contact Email Physical Demands Campus Location Kingston Grant Funded No Extension Contingency Notes Job Description Summary The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by October 18, 2024. Applications received after October 18, 2024 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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BASIC FUNCTION:

Provide academic advising for undergraduates in University College for Academic Success (UCAS) as well as serve as liaison to degree colleges, helping students who are matriculating as well as those who need alternative degree pathways. Assigned to a designated academic major, provide individual and group advising to facilitate the transition to college and progression to graduation in a timely manner. Collaborate with faculty in the degree-granting colleges to assist with students’ progress to degree, curriculum materials, and all advising issues to best meet student needs.

Duties and Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Advise and monitor progress of UCAS students, ensuring progress toward graduation in a timely fashion.

Initiate student contact, providing intrusive advising outreach whenever possible.

Collaborate with and support other advisors in UCAS.

Participate in academic reviews in UCAS as required.

Assist in planning and executing programs as required.

Advise in orientation sessions.

Support student needs in the summer and during breaks throughout the calendar year.

Assist students exploring majors.

Work closely with experiential/internship and career advisors to provide up-to-date information related to internship, major and career choices.

Work evenings and weekends as necessary.


OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform additional duties as required.


LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Computers, printers; database management and spreadsheet software; student record-keeping systems.

Required Qualifications REQUIRED:

1. Master’s degree with a minimum of two years of experience in academic advising, time as a graduate student included, OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years providing academic advising in a higher education setting.

2. Demonstrated experience working with current or aspiring college students.

3. Demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

4. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.

5. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

6. Demonstrated experience and dedication to integrating issues of inclusion, equity and social justice in your work.

Preferred Qualifications PREFERRED:

1. Master’s degree in college student personnel in higher education and counseling, or in a comparable program.

2. Demonstrated ability to utilize current social media applications, Brightspace (or similar platform), on-line advising, presentation technology and student records systems (i.e., PeopleSoft.)

3. Demonstrated experience with Starfish systems.

4. Demonstrated skills in assessment.

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ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

Environmental Conditions This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Posting Date 10/01/2024 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants Please attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:

(#1) Cover letter.

(#2) Resume.

(#3) Other Document – References – the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/14041 Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Resume Other Document - References Optional Documents Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Master’s degree with a minimum of two years of experience in academic advising, time as a graduate student included, OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years providing academic advising in a higher education setting? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience working with current or aspiring college students? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience and dedication to integrating issues of inclusion, equity and social justice in your work? Yes No How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Public Job Posting Internal Job Posting Agency Referral Advertisement/Publication Personal Referral Website Other