What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supv,Academic Advisement/ OAA position at University of New Mexico?
The Office of Academic Affairs/Academic Student Success at the University of New Mexico-Taos seeks a highly motivated Supervisor of Academic Advisement to lead advising efforts and support students in achieving their academic goals. This role emphasizes the Academic Coaching model and Graduation/Transfer advisement while coordinating overall advising and coaching initiatives at UNM-Taos.
The Supervisor will manage academic advisement/coaching personnel and TRIO Student Support Services personnel, oversee advising initiatives focused on student success, retention, and graduation, and provide direct academic advisement, including transfer navigation and intervention strategies to support student progress. Additionally, this individual will connect students to faculty advisors, tutors, support services, and other resources to ensure they receive the assistance needed to succeed in their studies.
This position is funded by the Caminos Title V grant and will involve collaboration with the Office of Academic Affairs, the Center for Academic Success and Achievement, TRIO advisors, and other staff. The Supervisor will also serve as a liaison to campus entities (e.g., UNM branches and the Albuquerque campus), other higher education institutions (e.g., transfer initiatives), and the community.
This is a full-time, term, benefits-eligible grant-funded position. Continuation beyond 09/30/2025 is dependent on funding availability.
Why work at UNM-Taos
See the Position Description for additional information.
Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
- Master's Degree
- Effective written and communication skills as demonstrated in applicant's cover letter and resume.
- Excellent customer service and collaboration skills to work with a diverse student population, staff, faculty and community resources.
- Experience with and training in coaching models within an educational setting.
- Experience with providing and/or coordinating academic advising initiatives; including transferring, outreach, and retention.
- Experience with academic curriculum and data management systems.
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
To receive full consideration please include: * Completed Application * Cover Letter, addressing preferred qualifications * ResumePositions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
Salary : $4,073 - $5,722
