What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Counselor position at The University of Mississippi?
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The University of Mississippi
The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss — stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, and staff — can achieve their fullest potential.”
Department Summary
Our team is hardworking and truly cares about students. Our growing and diverse team embraces new ideas and innovative approaches to enhance our service to students. Our team is committed to providing exceptional customer service to all students.
Unique offerings : We are serving students by utilizing zoom, phone, and email. We also only currently have two programs that we advise for in comparison to other departments on campus.
Culture : Our staff is trusted to complete the tasks at hand.
Role Specifications
Below you will find classification and compensation information. For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page
Family - Student & Academic Services
Sub-Family - Academic Advising
Career Track / Level - P1
Grade - 5
42,640
53,310
63,980
Role Summary
Advises students on academic matters, such as course selection and degree requirements, while maintaining appropriate confidentiality to ensure students reach academic, personal, and professional success.
Key responsibilities include :
- Advises students and potential students concerning admission requirements, degree requirements, course selection, and related functions.
- Communicates with various offices to ensure compliance with current academic requirements and procedures.
- Participates in activities associated with the monitoring academic progress, registration of students, and maintenance of student record files.
- Skills needed : patience, time management, energetic, kind, quick learner, organized, willing to accommodate students.
- Unique Projects / Initiatives : Academic Advising Network & Recruitment
Examples of Work Performed
Essential Functions
These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.
1. Receives, processes and responds to academic inquiries according to established policies and procedures.
2.Serves as a main point of contact for students providing basic organizational information about educational options, academic requirements and institutional resources and addressing their needs.
3.Counsels students in identifying and assessing their interests, skills and values to match appropriate fields of study and career options and refers students to appropriate institutional resources.
4. Maintains confidentiality and accurate student records according to program policies.
Minimum Education / Experience
Education : Bachelor's Degree
Experience : No Experience Required
An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1 : 1 substitution basis.
Preferred Qualifications
EEO Statement
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Minimum Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements : These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis.
Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.
Physical Exertion : The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.
Vision : Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking / Hearing : Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.
Motor Coordination : While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms
Interview Requirements : Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity / Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
Background Check Statement
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Salary : $42,640 - $53,310
