What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor - College of Health Sciences position at University of Missouri?
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ACADEMIC ADVISOR
Student Services
College of Health Sciences
University of Missouri - Columbia
Job Description
This position will advise undergraduate students in the College of Health Sciences on course schedules, academic planning, academic and college success strategies, and applying to a wide range of clinical health care programs. In addition, this position will teach a one-hour career development seminar course and may teach leadership or college student/academic success courses.
Job Responsibilities:
Advising:
- Advising Students, supporting faculty with advising issues, maintaining records/files for students.
- Stay updated and current on advising issues by attending campus-wide meetings.
- Assist faculty in departments with admissions questions and administrative issues related to advising.
- Advise and assist faculty with online and distance education students.
- Advise and assist department with other projects and services related to student success and retention.
Recruitment and Retention:
- Meet with prospective students, particularly transfer students.
- Assist with creation and maintenance of resources and guides related academic unit programs that will aid in student recruitment and transferability.
- Programming with focus on retention and student engagement, including significant interaction and utilization of university early-alert systems.
Records Maintenance:
- Manage student files according to standard.
- Help students find and utilize appropriate information/systems to aid in navigating campus policies and procedures.
- Update student files in MU Connect, myZou, and other applicable university systems.
- Check for completion of graduation requirements for student population.
- Assist department in executing other student records processes.
Instruction:
- Teach one-hour credit course for health-sciences majors (Health Sci 3000).
Other:
- Job development and other duties not otherwise specified.
Shift
Monday – Friday
8:00am – 5:00pm
Minimum Qualifications
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 is necessary.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Anticipated Hiring Range: $38,480 - $54,787
Grade: GGS 008
University Title: Academic Advisor
Internal applicants can determine their current grade and university title by accessing the Job Information page through the Additional Employee Info tile in myHR.
Application Materials
Completed online application, cover letter, and resume are required.
Applications must be submitted on-line through the University of Missouri website: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (search for Job Opening 54580).
Application Deadline
Applications will be reviewed until well-qualified applicants are identified to advance to the interview process.
Other Information
At the Mizzou College of Health Sciences https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/, we work every day to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.
As the home of the most popular major on campus, we teach Mizzou students who care about health and are dedicated to serving others. In addition to learning in the classroom, our students spend more than 80,150 hours helping patients every year.
Our faculty are driven to solve real-world problems. They lead the way by conducting research that has power and purpose. From expanding the use of technology in health care to improving mental health and learning in schools, we are discovering ways to make life better for everyone.
Through clinics and community outreach programs, we provide vital services to members of our community and training for our students. We are proud to serve Missourians today while preparing the workforce of tomorrow.
Benefit Eligibility
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.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
Salary : $38,480 - $54,787
