Academic Advisor - College of Health Sciences

ACADEMIC ADVISOR
Student Services
College of Health Sciences
University of Missouri - Columbia

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.

Monday – Friday
8:00am – 5:00pm

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: $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.

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 55477).

Applications will be reviewed until well-qualified applicants are identified to advance to the interview process.

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.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.