Academic Advisor I​/II - Engineering- Computer Science

Academic Advisor I/ II - Engineering
- Computer Science

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Academic Advisor I/ II - Engineering
- Computer Science at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

• Serve as an Academic Advisor and provide related services and support to students for the College of Engineering, focusing on the Department of Computer Science.
• Communicate effectively and accurately academic and nonacademic requirements, policies, procedures.
• Maintain continuous advising relationships with students; effectively engage students in broad discussion from Initial college preparedness through career planning; monitor and communicate using university systems, social media, small group, and face-to-face sessions as appropriate.
• Coordinate retention efforts. Work with supervisors and in consultation with experienced advisors, work with minimal supervision.
• Act as liaison with other units; participate in meetings and work as a member of a team. Lead or participate in special projects and initiatives for the department and/or College as assigned.
• Advise prospective and current undergraduate students; provide a comprehensive suite of advising services; advise potential and current students on admission, graduation, and certification.
• Conduct Information sessions and provide academic advising on the main campus and at extension centers.
• Plan, develop, evaluate and maintain up-to-date transfer guides and articulation agreements.
• Assist in recruiting efforts, represent department at regional high school and community college programs and at college recruiting events; coordinate special programs.
• Prepare undergraduate and post-bachelor work plans.
• Verify requirements for certification, graduation.
• Continuously develop knowledge of best practices, policies and procedures, technological tools, etc.
• Facilitate orientation sessions and/or orientation courses for FTIAC, transfers, and other student populations.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education: Academic Advisor I:
  Bachelor’s degree required. Academic Advisor II:
  Master’s degree in higher education, counseling, or a related field from an accredited institution required.
• Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of experience working directly with students providing academic advising, counseling or related services in a higher ed setting is required. Experience advising students in STEM based academic program(s) is preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate well and establish rapport with students, other staff, faculty, parents, and community. Responds to inquiries and effectively transfers knowledge to others.
• Excellent demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Strong time management, organizational skills.
• Knowledge of best practices in academic advising.
• Ability to quickly assimilate extensive knowledge of a complex nature. Ability to identify, intervene and resolve problems or discrepancies. Able to analyze, review and verify accuracy of data and information.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information and situations. Maintains neutrality and listens actively to stakeholders.
• Able to work collaboratively with individuals and teams. Performs work tasks with diplomacy and close attention to detail.
• Understands diverse student populations, ethnic, gender, age, economic level, first generation, etc. Able to work effectively with students of varying levels of academic preparedness.
• Working knowledge of social media.
• Proficient in standard office software applications such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel. Proficient in or capable of quickly learning University systems (Cognos, Banner SIS, STARS, etc.)
• Must be available to work evening and weekend hours as requested.
• Must have own transportation.

H05 - College of Engineering

H1215 - Computer Science

• Regular Employee
• Job type:
  Full Time
• Job category:
  Academic/Faculty

• Compensation type:
  Annual Salary
• Salary minimum: TBD
• Salary hire maximum: TBD

• Number of openings: 1

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.