University of Oklahoma · 2 months ago
*Senior Academic Advisor for Finance
Norman, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expThe University of Oklahoma is a prominent educational institution, and they are seeking a Senior Academic Advisor for Finance to support their graduate programs. The role involves monitoring the academic health of students, developing relationships with them, and collaborating with faculty while also engaging in recruitment and assessment activities.
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Responsibilities
Performs all duties of an Academic Advisor as appropriate
Monitors the academic health and degree progression of assigned students, to include transcript review, enrollment tracking, and active outreach
Develops a rapport of trust with assigned students
Assists in new advisor onboarding and training
Mentor's new advisors
Responds to communications via phone and email in a timely manner
Engages in assessment and data collection
Represents unit at recruitment events
Participates in Academic Life Coaching
Liaison between University of Oklahoma and transfer institutions
Collaborates with faculty and provides feedback on curricular decisions and course needs
Engages in leadership or scholarly activity to further professional advising identity
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Minimum of 36 months of experience as a full-time Academic Advisor in higher education
Effective verbal and written communication
Proficiency in Microsoft Office to include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ability to navigate and maintain databases
Skilled in communicating well and building rapport quickly with students, faculty, and staff
Ability to work well in a diverse environment
Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
Highly organized and ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines
Demonstrate ability to learn, interpret, and articulate complex policies and procedures
Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of state, university, college, and major policies and procedures
Willingness to work independently, collaboratively, and under supervision
Committed to maintaining confidentiality and securing sensitive information
Sitting for long periods of time
Communicate effectively
Ability to engage in repetitive motion
Standard office environment
Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies
Requires contact with other departments and University officials
Preferred
Master's degree
Graduate student advising experience
Background in database management (Access)
Experience in SLATE, SalesForce, and LaserFiche
Company
University of Oklahoma
The University of Oklahoma is a public research university that provides variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in multiple fields.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (106)
2024 (96)
2023 (83)
2022 (104)
2021 (87)
2020 (68)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$35.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationAir Force Research Laboratory
2024-03-13Grant· $3.1M
2023-11-09Grant· $1.9M
2023-04-05Grant· $8.7M
Leadership Team
Mark Yeary
Co-Founder, Advanced Radar Research Center (ARRC)
Marcus Bowman
Deputy Athletic Director, CFO & Business Strategy
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