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Grand Valley State University · 4 weeks ago

Academic Advisor - Padnos College of Engineering Advising Center

Grand Rapids, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Padnos College of Engineering is seeking a full-time Academic Advisor to support their engineering and occupational safety and health management programs. The role involves advising students, participating in orientation and registration, and supporting outreach activities to promote awareness of PCE programs.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Advise students enrolled in majors and minors within PCE in an inclusive and welcoming manner that facilitates student success, persistence, and degree completion in a timely manner

Participate in advising, orientation, and registration of first year, international, and transfer students, and the matriculation of prospective students

Serve as main advising facilitator for the Engineering Living-Learning Community, in cooperation with EGR LLC faculty director. Responsibilities include purchasing materials, data collection, advertising, and attending Monday evening EGR tutoring sessions as advising support

Support K-12 and community outreach activities that promote awareness and understanding of careers and opportunities available in PCE programs, including occasional nights and weekends, if needed

Disseminate GVSU policies, procedures, program requirements, and available resources to students

Maintain confidential advising records

Perform other duties as required/assigned by the Advising Center Director

Qualification

Bachelor's degreeAcademic advising experienceOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsCustomer serviceDiversity awarenessMaster's degree (preferred)GVSU PCEComputer information systemsTeam collaboration

Required

Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year university and at least one year of relevant experience in a higher education setting

Familiarity with current trends and best practices in academic advising

Efficient organizational and time management skills

Experience using collaborative approaches to planning and problem solving

Positive approach to customer service

Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with students, faculty, and staff

Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively as a key member of a vibrant team

A demonstrated ability to work with diverse student populations

Preferred

Earned master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or related field

Demonstrated experience in academic advising within a higher education setting

Familiarity with GVSU PCE majors and programs

Demonstrated experience supporting students seeking admission into a rigorous undergraduate and/or combined degree program

Experience managing and facilitating student events

Familiarity with computer information systems and web-based records and registration, particularly Banner, Degree Works, EAB Navigate, and/or Workday Student

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources, and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.