at University of Illinois in Urbana, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Coordinator for Advising and Student SuccessOffice of Academic Programs
College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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Coordinator for Advising and Student Success
POSITION SUMMARY:
Contribute to the mission of the Office of Academic Programs by providing exceptional academic advising and other student services for the undergraduate students in the College of ACES. Additionally, play an integral role in the development of initiatives that foster student retention and success and contribute to students achieving their educational goals.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Academic Advising
• Provide advising to a high volume of undergraduate students In the College of ACES, and serve as the primary academic advisor for students in the ACES Undeclared and Parkland Pathway to Illinois programs, which includes monitoring academic performance, interpreting and explaining academic requirements and policies, providing information on major declaration criteria, and transfer application processes.
• Advise and assist students with academic, probationary, and personal concerns on possible courses of action and direct students to appropriate campus resources when applicable.
• Provide walk-in and by appointment advising for students on a variety of college-level issues, such as degree requirements, policies and procedures, academic standing, and resources.
• Maintain quality working relationships with ACES and campus units and make competent referrals.
• Assist in the coordination of the new student registration program for incoming freshmen and transfer students in ACES. Includes administrative responsibilities in communications and data, as well as advising of new ACES Undeclared Students.
• Respond to queries from students, faculty, staff, and parents/families as appropriate, within the parameters of FERPA.
• Deliver advising appointments across multiple platforms; in-person, group, virtually.
• Review incoming first year & pathway admission applications in collaboration with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Asst. Dean of Academic Affairs.
• Assist in Academic Standing Review at the end of each term for academic progress.
• Foster student retention and appropriately track data. Maintain records of student contacts.
Student Success & Engagement Programming
• Oversee implementation of ACES Student Success Workshops; develop measurable goals to evaluate impact on student success.
• Facilitate section(s) of ACES 123, the College's credit-bearing orientation course.
• Coordinate with departments across the College of ACES in the first-year experience course to ensure campus and college benchmarks are met for incoming student success.
• Organize and run New Student Welcome as part of the orientation weeks for new undergraduate students to campus.
• Support the ACES Convocation ceremonies in the fall and spring terms in partnership with the Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs. As well as assist in planning the Senior Send-off in conjunction with ACES Advancement.
• Assist with college-wide student events as needed.
Communication
• Coordinate student workers on Office of Academic Programs social media and communication platforms with upcoming academic dates, deadlines and events.
• Perform other related duties that further the mission of the college.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience
Required:
- Bachelor's degree.
- Two years of professional experience in student advising, counseling, student affairs, program planning, or a related field.
- Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, college student personnel, education, counseling, or related field
SALARY AND APPOINTMENT DETAILS:
This is a full-time (100 FTE%) Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The previously determined salary range for this position was $55,000 to $65,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary while taking into consideration internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, as well as budget constraints.
PROPOSED STARTING DATE:
The proposed start is as soon as possible after the closing date.
APPLICATON PROCEDURES:
Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of the posting on https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references. To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on July 25, 2024. All requested information must be submitted via the online system for your application to be considered.
For further information, please contact Dr. Debra Korte, search chair, via e-mail at dskorte@illinois.edu . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .
Requisition ID: 1025551
Job Category: Education & Student Services
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
