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University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Advisor: Haslam Undergraduate Programs - UTK

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A Career Counselor works with adults of all ages to plan career choices and access the education and training needed to support a career. Gives skills assessment and aptitude tests to clients. Provides job search assistance or training for general workplace skills. Provides referrals for workplace literacy, academic or job training programs, or direct job referrals.

$57,929 / year median in Tennessee

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

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Haslam Undergraduate Programs - UTK University of Tennessee Health Science Center - 4.0 Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time 19 hours ago Qualifications Experience working with post-secondary students Experience working with graduate students Academic institution experience Research Experience working with undergraduate students University experience Full Job Description The Haslam College of Business (HCB) Undergraduate Programs Office provides comprehensive academic advising services for approximately 9,800 undergraduate students. The college has a collaborative advising team focused on assisting students in developing and implementing sound educational plans consistent with their values and academic and career goals. The Academic Advisor position is an exempt, 12-month, full-time, non-tenure track staff role that provides an exciting opportunity to be a part of UT's strategic advising plan that integrates academic and career advising with self-exploration, leadership development, and experiential learning. Develop knowledge and understanding of the HCB undergraduate curriculum, majors, minors, and collaterals/concentrations Assist students in the exploration of their goals, interests, strengths, values, and concerns through positive open-ended questions and intentional advising strategies Educate students about curricular requirements, academic standards, and academic milestones related to the business degree Assist students throughout their undergraduate experience in developing academic plans that meet goals and future aspirations. Communicate effectively with assigned advisees and explain university and college academic policies and procedures Teach students how to evaluate degree progress Refer students to college and campus resources, programs, and support systems that promote academic success, career development, experience learning, and engagement Facilitate the petitioning process for students pursuing curriculum exceptions Utilize technology that supports advising practice (such as Banner, DARS, Navigate/Salesforce, other IT sources and internet programs, etc.) Conduct first-year and transfer student orientation advising sessions Teach sections of BUAD 100, a seminar course in the Haslam Leaders series curriculum, designed for first-time freshmen Establish a professional development plan, in collaboration with supervisor
Required Qualifications Education:
Master's degree (or degree can be earned within one academic term of employment)
Experience:
Advisor Level 1: Experience in working with a diverse group of students in a collegiate setting Experience in advising and/or student development.
Examples:
advising graduate assistant or practicum, mentoring and/or academic coaching. Preferred experience in academic advising in higher education Advisor Level 2: 2 years of professional experience working full-time in an academic advising or related position at the college/university level Involvement in a professional association related to academic advising/student development Active engagement within a campus community
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Advisor Level 1: The ability to relate effectively to a diverse university community (students, faculty, staff, alumni and parents) Strong written and oral communication skills Appropriate computer and IT skills Demonstrated organizational skills, and ability to handle simultaneous projects. Advisor Level 2: The ability to relate effectively to a diverse university community (students, faculty, staff, alumni and parents) Proven written and verbal communication skills Ability to utilize IT related to advising (ex: Banner, EAB Navigate, Salesforce, DARS, other IT sources and internet programs related to advising) Demonstrated knowledge of academic advising and student development theories and approaches Proven best practice approach to academic advising Knowledge of federal, state, university, and college policies and curricular requirements. Skills in communication, judgment, research, and processing data Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.
Work Location Location:
Knoxville, TN Onsite Compensation and Benefits UT market range: MR 8 Application Instructions To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments. Review of applications will continue on a rolling basis until all openings are filled. Resume Cover Letter About The College/Department/Division The Haslam College of Business (HCB) is a destination for future leaders. Our programs equip students with practical knowledge, critical thinking skills, global perspectives and the expertise needed to thrive in the competitive business world. The HCB Undergraduate Programs Office provides comprehensive academic advising services for approximately 9,800 undergraduate students. The college has a collaborative advising team focused on assisting students in developing and implementing sound educational plans consistent with their values and academic and career goals.

Benefits

  • Professional Development
  • Dental Insurance
  • Leadership Development