Find & Apply For Academic / Guidance Counselor Jobs in Ann Arbor, Michigan

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We are seeking a full-time Academic Advisor/Counselor Associate/Intermediate in the UM-Flint College of Arts, Sciences, & Education. We are committed to investing in academic advisors to contribute to our recruitment, retention, and degree-completion goals. As an Academic Advisor/Counselor, you will manage an assigned student caseload and support students through degree completion.

Reports to the CASE Director of Student Services.

This position is a full-time 40 hours per week at 100% effort. 65% Student Interaction/AdvisingAdvise students on course selection, graduation requirements, co-curricular opportunities, and student rights/responsibilitiesWork systematically with students to create, monitor, assess and update course schedules and degree-completion plans10% Planning and AssessmentUse technology and data management to support the implementation and assessment of retention and student outreach programs15% RecruitmentParticipate in prospective-student recruitment for the UniversityAccept referrals from the campus community regarding student needs and issues and follow up directly with studentsMaintain relationships with academic and student affairs offices to ensure that students and faculty advisors are aware of resources, workshops, and support systems on campusIntensively monitor and engage with students experiencing academic and/or financial difficulties, including those on academic and/or financial aid probation10% Advising Support and CollaborationMaintain a close working relationship with departmental advisors, and the Student Success Center staff and director, to ensure seamless advising services across campusAttend new student orientation sessions and University academic advising meetingsBachelor's degree in a related profession such as Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Student Affairs or other relevant disciplines or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Two or more years of relevant experience working with students in an academic settingUnderstanding of data assessment and quality improvement techniquesMaster's degree preferredKnowledge of Web Focus, Banner, Student Information Systems (SIS), and Degree WorksKnowledge of University policies and practicesThis position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Job Code/Title:

880094 -

Academic Advisor/Counselor AssociateResponsibilities:

65% Student Interaction/AdvisingProvides academic advising services to current students, potential majors, minors, and others; utilizes confidential information and conducts confidential conversations to provide these services.

Advises students on course selection and distribution requirements; provides assistance to students to ensure their academic, personal and professional success.35% Student Referral and OutreachAccepts referrals regarding student needs and issues and contacts students for advising meetings. Refers students to appropriate university resources as warranted, and follows-up on these referrals.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related profession such as Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Student Affairs or other relevant disciplines or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Less than two years of relevant experience, comprised of one or more years working with students, preferably at the collegiate level, and/or less than two years of academic advising, or similar student-facing experience.

Understanding of data assessment and quality improvement techniquesPosting Salary range is $37,800 - $47,200.This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the University Staff United (USU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

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