Undergraduate Academic Advisor

Position: Undergraduate Academic Advisor I

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.

The

Opportunity

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) is now hiring an Undergraduate Academic Advisor (In-Person) to support the Daytona Beach campus. ERAU has a strong commitment to student success and the advisor plays a critical role in advising students to achieve that success. The Academic Advisor will serve as the primary advisor for their assigned students. Academic Advisors work closely with the faculty mentors and other student service departments to provide students with the support and resources needed to achieve their goals.

Responsibilities

include

Academic advising

• Provide day-to-day academic advising to assigned students on degree programs, including course selection, academic planning, college adjustment, and referrals to university resources

• Conduct timely outreach to at-risk students and help them create action plans for improvement

• Educate students on university policies and procedures

• Monitor student academic progress and maintain accurate records utilizing tools such as People Soft Campus Solutions and Salesforce

• Assist students with problem-solving and decision-making processes

• Ability to work with diverse student populations

• Utilize theories of student development and the Appreciative Advising model in student interactions

Collaboration with faculty, staff, and administration

• Work collaboratively with faculty and college administration to manage student issues and to implement policies and practices that support College and University goals

• Design and deliver presentations on advising-related topics to students, parents, faculty, and staff

• Participate in College meetings and on University committees as needed

• Coordinate with other campus departments to plan and implement events such as:
  New Student Orientation, Student Preview Day, and ERAU Open Houses

• Serve as an effective liaison with Admissions and other student service departments

Special projects/assignments; keep abreast of current advising trends, professional development

• Special projects may include teaching and participating in UNIV 101, supervising student employees, creating reports, developing advising materials such as flowcharts, retention initiatives, etc

• Engage in professional development to maintain and enhance relevant advising skills and knowledge

Please note:

This position is in-person at Embry-Riddle's Daytona Beach Campus located in Daytona Beach, Florida. This position is not remote or hybrid. Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health-because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
• Tuition Coverage:Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions:ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.

• Generous Time Off:Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.

Qualifications Required Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 1-3 years of related work experience, including ability to articulate components of effective academic advising practices; demonstrated use of proactive and/or innovative approaches to working with…