What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor, Hutton Honors College position at Indiana University Bloomington?

Job Summary

Department Specific Responsibilities

Advises Hutton Honors College first year and continuing students in 1-on-1 meetings and small-group presentations.
Understands the changing structure of the Hutton Honors Notation and new requirements for Honors College membership (both revised at the start of AY24-25) and guide students appropriately.
Encourages students to assume responsibility for their own education and to think outside the box and beyond what is required of them.
Helps students develop academic, personal, and post-graduate plans.
Shares information about HHC opportunities (including research and creative activity grants, study abroad, Honors student organizations).
Makes referrals to other academic and non-academic units on campus as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.

General Responsibilities

Provides academic counseling for students pursuing or considering majors, minors, or certificates. Guides students in planning their course of study in concert with the departments' curricular requirements; explains curriculum requirements and school and campus policies.

Meets with students in groups and one-on-one to guide students in academic programs that will meet their educational needs and the requirements of their chosen major, minor, and / or certificate.

Assists students in making informed decisions about a choice of major and potential career or graduate school direction; helps students to assess their interests, values, and academic skills and to understand these in relation to major choice and potential future career / graduate school options.

Teaches students how to navigate university systems, academic processes, and policies; empowers student accountability in academic decisions about courses, career direction, and long-term plans; and provides guidance on avenues for increased involvement as an IU student and in the IU community.

Refers students to appropriate campus resources, such as academic support resources, placement programs, internship and overseas study opportunities, etc.

Tracks and monitors students' academic progress, reviews and maintains confidential student records to ensure that students meet requirements and to document advising discussions, and communicates this information in a timely manner to students and to appropriate academic offices when necessary.

Represents the advising function as a presenter at campus meetings and recruiting functions; assists in developing written advising materials for use in student events.

Researches, recommends, or creates best practices for unit or campus initiatives, projects, processes, or programs and may provide guidance to other Academic Advisors.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

Master's degree in related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

2 years in student affairs, teaching, academic advising, or related field. Previous experience in a student-focused, higher education environment is highly desired

Preferred

3 years in student affairs, teaching, academic advising, or related field

Inter- or multidisciplinary background

SKILLS

Required

Proficient communication skills

Maintains a high degree of professionalism

Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills

Demonstrates a high commitment to quality

Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty

Highly thorough and dependable

Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure

Uses and learns new technology proficiently and changes practices with changing technology

Meet Best Practices and National Standards for Academic Advising

Understands and meets FERPA requirements

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

This position is part of the IU Framework for Academic Advising and Career Development. Learn more about the associated expectations, student learning outcomes, and institutional commitments at this site.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Advertised Salary

47,500 - $50,000 based on experience.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account with generous IU contributions

Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

Basic group life insurance paid by IU

Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting

Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses

10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year

Generous paid time off plans

Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level : Career

FLSA : Exempt

Job Function : Student Services

Job Family : Academic Advising

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11 : 59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

Salary : $47,500 - $50,000

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