at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Academic Advisor - CADA Student Affairs
Academic Advisor - CADA Student Affairs
Hiring Department: CADA Student Affairs
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1024541
Posting Close Date: May 3, 2024 by 5pm CST
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
The College of Architecture, Design and the Arts (CADA) at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is seeking a full-time Academic Advisor to begin July 2024. This position acts as the first point of contact for current and prospective CADA students to provide academic, career and personal counseling in coordination with the advising team. The incumbent assists with development and implementation of academic, career, and student affairs programming involving outreach to internal and external constituencies. In addition to advising responsibilities, this Academic advisor will often be the first point of contact for visitors to the Office of Student Affairs. This academic advisor will process, track and report on student advising activities including advising notes, student petitions, transfer course evaluation, grade audit, probation, dismissal, graduation clearance and monitor and report on success of assigned students.
Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in fine arts, counseling or related field is required. A Master's degree is preferred.
Strong knowledge of student development theory and academic programming.
Working knowledge of university academic policies, federal guidelines regarding financial aid, academic records, college entrance procedures and available student resources.
A minimum of three years' experience in higher education student learning, counseling or related.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to work with diverse populations; demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to socio-ethnic and cultural communication styles.
Please electronically submit a letter of interest, resume and contact information for 3 references. through this link: by May 3, 2024 5pm CST.
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