N96497 Academic Advisor - Broken Arrow

JOB SUMMARY

This position provides academic advising services to Northeastern State University students.

Provides students with registration and academic program information; communicates general policy information and available services to declared students.

• Knowledge of admission to the university and its academic programs, registration and degree program requirements.
• Knowledge of academic standards governing the student population.
• Knowledge of student recruitment and retention principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs, including the BANNER system.
• Skill in decision making and problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Demonstrates the ability to meet professional competency outcomes.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

The supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results. The Academic Advisor reports to the Dean of the College or their assignee.

Operational guidelines for the position include the University Catalog, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requirements, ORSHE requirements, and NACADA best practices. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application.

The work consists of varied academic advising duties. Frequent interruptions contribute to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to provide academic advising to undergraduate university students. Success in this position contributes to the success of university students.

Contacts are typically with co-workers, other college personnel, undergraduate students, faculty, and members of the general public. Contacts are typically to provide services, to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, or to motivate or influence persons.

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk table or while intermittently sitting, standing or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects. The work is typically performed in an office.

This position may have direct supervision over assigned personnel.

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to an occupational field represented by a discipline within the College.
• One year professional experience in a similar position or one year advising apprenticeship/internship at the college level.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Oklahoma for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Two to three years experience in an academic setting.
• Attention to detail and the ability to complete multiple tasks.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Northeastern State University complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination.