What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor II position at Wayne State University?
Academic Advisor II
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Academic Advisor II at its Detroit campus location.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Essential functions (job duties):
Essential Functions (Job Duties)
Interact with University students with disabilities to assess program eligibility by reading, interpreting and analyzing medical and functional capacity documentation.
Review, recommend, and determine reasonable accommodations, auxiliary aids/services for caseload of students with disabilities.
Maintain continuous advising relationships with students; effectively engage students in broad discussion from initial college preparedness through career planning; monitor and communicate using university systems, social media, small group, and face-to-face sessions, as appropriate.
Advise prospective and current undergraduate, post-bachelor, and graduate students; provide a comprehensive suite of advising and disability related services.
Communicate effectively and accurately academic and non-academic requirements, policies, and procedures.
Coordinate retention efforts.
Demonstrate ability to act as liaison with other units; participate in meetings and work as a member of a team.
Conduct information sessions and provide disability related awareness to the WSU community.
Continuously develop knowledge of best practices, policies and procedures, technological tools, etc. with regard to persons with disabilities and advising.
Support the School of Medicine and other health science programs as designated liaison for students with disabilities.
Work with minimal supervision.
Must be available to work evening and weekend hours as needed and requested.
Provide own transportation to work and work-related events.
Other duties as assigned.
Unique duties:
Qualifications:
Qualifications
Bachelors or Master's degree required; in education, counseling, social work or related field.
Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to persons with disabilities.
Previous work experience in higher education or related non-profit setting.
Ability to relate well and establish rapport with students, other staff, faculty, parents, and community.
Computer skills commonly used in an office setting.
Demonstrated excellence in time management and organizational skills.
Demonstrated excellence in written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse student population with varying academic preparedness levels.
Preferred Qualifications
Licensed or license eligible in the State of Michigan in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, or social work (desired).
Preferred qualifications:
School/College/Division:
H3201 - VP Academic Affairs
Primary department:
H9206
Employment type:
- Regular Employee
- Job type: Full Time
- Job category: Staff/Administrative
Funding/salary information:
- Compensation type: Annual Salary
- Hourly rate:
- Salary minimum:
- Salary hire maximum: 58410
Working conditions:
Job openings:
- Number of openings: 1
- Reposted position: No
- Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)
- Prior posting/requisition number:
Background check requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
Equal employment opportunity statement:
Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
