What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor position at Southwestern Illinois College?
ACADEMIC ADVISOR
Job ID 4005
ANNOUNCEMENT: Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for the full-time administrative position of Academic Advisor. Applications are placed in a pool for review as positions become available.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: In accordance with the Mission and Values of Southwestern Illinois College, this is an administrative position that requires the advisor to assist students with the development of their academic interests and the successful completion of their degree program or certificate within the College. Specific knowledge of the approved academic program requirements and policies as they apply to current, transfer and returning students is required. In addition, the advisor is able to use computer applications for the storage, retrieval and analysis of student and college records. This position requires knowledge of the college’s student information system. Academic advisors may be placed on schedules and assigned to locations within the district dependent upon needs of serving students.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline is required. Master’s degree in an appropriate area is desirable.
2. Experience in higher education, academic advising preferred.
3. Ability to assimilate extensive knowledge of academic programs, policies and requirements and communicate that information to students.
4. Ability to relate well and establish rapport with students, administrators, other academic advisors and counselors, teaching faculty, parents and community.
5. Excellent customer service, organizational and analytical skills.
6. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
7. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and PeopleSoft preferred.
8. Must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
SALARY: Grade 1 on the Administrative Salary Scale, ranging from $37,550 to $46,950 per year.
BENEFITS AND PERKS: Benefit availability and eligibility may vary from the summary listed below. Please visit www.swic.edu for more information.
- Eligibility for comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans beginning date of hire
- Retirement savings plan through State Universities Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings plan
- Eligibility for paid leave including holidays, sick, and vacation
- Educational incentives including Reduced Tuition at Southwestern Illinois College and Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, gym access, additional voluntary benefits and more!
WORK LOCATION: Belleville Campus with district-wide responsibilities.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed as positions become available.
APPLICATIONS PROCEDURE: To be considered for the position, you MUST apply online at www.swic.edu/employment.
Required application materials, such as resume, cover letter and references, should be attached to your application. Other required application materials i.e., transcripts, etc., should be attached after your application has been submitted (official college transcripts must be provided at time of hire). Go to your My Job Applications page from the careers home page of your account.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37,550.00 - $46,950.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37,550 - $46,950
