What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACADEMIC ADVISOR position at University of Missouri-Columbia?
Division of Animal Sciences
The Academic Advisor will be guiding students in developing and accomplishing educational plans to help with undergraduate teaching, advising, recruitment and public relations missions of the Division of Animal Sciences. Coordinating teaching duties to include managing laboratories and lectures in Biology of Animal Production, and other courses as assigned (1-2 courses per semester). Advising/providing support for undergraduate students in Animal Sciences as they work toward timely completion of their degree requirements (primary advisor to 40-50 students). Involvement in student recruitment, teaching, and experimential learning activities is also expected, including coordination of internships. Interaction with Animal Science faculty and curriculum committee and coordinate with CAFNR academic programs. The Academic Advisor will interact with the public through social media, and at events including Harvestfest, South Farm Showcase, and Scholar's Day. The Adviser will meet with prospective students to introduce them to the Division; assist in recruiting events; develop promotion materials; represent the Division at events and functions attended by prospective students. The Advisor will also work with the academic affairs committee on curricular related issues; new course proposals, and implementation, and scholarship reviews.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday with occasional weekends
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired as necessary.
Exceptional communication skills
Great organizational skills and ability to multi task
Agricultural/Animal Sciences background
Salary Range: $38,480-$71,094
Grade: GGS-008
University Title: Academic Advisor
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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
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Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America.
Salary : $38,480 - $71,094
