What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor - Master's (Academic Advisor) position at Indiana University Bloomington?
Job Summary
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Provides student information and services throughout students programs of study.
- Advises potential students who have questions prior to the submission of applications to the MSW Program through graduation from the respective program.
- Responds to inquiries from prospective students and provide information about the respective program.
- Interprets IUSSW policies, procedures, and academic requirements to potential and current students.
- Plans, promotes, and coordinates with other IUSSW faculty and staff, and conducts New Student Orientations in collaboration with the respective Program Director.
- Provides a full range of relevant and prompt advising services to assist 200 or more students to successfully manage their academic progress by responding to requests for information in person, online, and by email and telephone.
- Provides advising services to students specifically related to the selection and planning for their focus areas or specific curricular needs.
- Plans, promotes, and coordinates with other IUSSW faculty and staff the Phi Alpha induction and honors ceremony for graduating students.
- Assists with admissions / application reviews as needed for the respective program.
- Develops, coordinates, and hosts information sessions during the academic year.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
General Responsibilities
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
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
Preferred
SKILLS
Required
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 not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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
Indiana University Indianapolis campus
Indianapolis, Indiana
This position is eligible to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), which is subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :
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.
