The University of Tennessee Southern · 3 months ago
Academic Success Coach for Transfer Students - UT Southern
Pulaski, TN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe University of Tennessee Southern is a public university seeking an Academic Advisor for Transfer Students to enhance student success and retention. The advisor will work with transfer and non-transfer students, providing guidance on academic planning, degree requirements, and supporting retention initiatives.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Be a proactive and constructive participant within an advising team dedicated to student success
Advise a caseload of students (transfer and non-transfer) to support their transition and success at UTS
Provide proactive advising using techniques such as motivational interviewing and the appreciative advising framework
Support student retention by working with advisees in academic difficulty and recommending appropriate actions and resources
Utilize retention data to inform decisions on student advising initiatives
Track and manage student appointments, alerts, and notifications within UTS Systems (SIS)
Assist students in the process of declaring or changing a major
Participate in retention initiatives sponsored by the department, school, or university
Help students understand university and degree requirements, interpret a degree evaluation, and develop a responsible approach to academic planning
Be knowledgeable of all academic programs at the university; maintain awareness of and integrate revisions in departmental requirements
Support efforts in Enrollment Management and Student Affairs in planning the logistics and the advisement of students at orientation sessions
Evaluate and recommend academic offering options to the Vice Provost for Student Success based on enrollment data during the registration process for space
Assist with the coordination and delivery of workshops and classroom presentations regarding academic advisement
Represent the office during campus events
Complete annual NACADA (National Academic Advising Association) training/professional development as determined by your supervisor
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Earned Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Education, Psychology, Communications or related academic program
A background check will be required of the successful candidate
Knowledge of current professional literature trends in academic advising, and University and degree requirements
Ability to interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations, the University community, students, family members, and the public
Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information; maintain files accurately, in paper and in software programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Pharos, Elements)
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong planning, collaboration, and time-management skills
Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
Knowledge of UTS undergraduate degree requirements
Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately, both verbally and in writing
Company
The University of Tennessee Southern
The University of Tennessee Southern is a four-year public institution, and part of the University of Tennessee System.
Founded in 1870
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Cheri Thomas
Professor of Business
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