Academic Advisor

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) Advising and Academic Services seeks a 75% time (12 month) Academic Advisor. In CAHSS, advisors assist students through providing academic information, helping with the selection of academic majors, providing support through academic difficulties, and directing students to resources within the University. This individual will support the CAHSS Advising office by maintaining a direct advising caseload, and assisting with orientation/recruitment activities, student records maintenance, and other duties.

This is a 75% position and on-campus P&A position with some flex work arrangements available. Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications, and the anticipated starting salary for this position is $35,000 - $40,000.

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) Advising and Academic Services seeks a 75% time (12 month) Academic Advisor. In CAHSS, advisors assist students through providing academic information, helping with the selection of academic majors, providing support through academic difficulties, and directing students to resources within the University. This individual will support the CAHSS Advising office by maintaining a direct advising caseload, and assisting with orientation/recruitment activities, student records maintenance, and other duties.

This is a 75% position and on-campus P&A position with some flex work arrangements available. Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications, and the anticipated starting salary for this position is $35,000 - $40,000.

ADVISING and RECRUITMENT 50%

• Proactively advise new students through their educational journey utilizing a variety of academic advising strategies including one-on-one advising
• Assist students in developing and enhancing self-awareness regarding values, passions, and strengths
• Monitor student progress and intervene, as needed, with appropriate referrals and resources related to academic difficulties
• Mentor students on their academic pathway throughout their undergraduate experience
• Establish and maintain connections with assigned departments, programs, and students
• Actively participate in a variety of programs related to student recruitment and resilience
• Be a liaison between students, faculty, University officials, and the community
• Serve and actively participate as a representative of our collegiate unit on various committees
• Engage in professional development

RECORDS and COMMUNICATION 20%

• Maintain advising records
• Develop and update email messages for mass distribution

OTHER duties as assigned 5%

REQUIRED/ESSENTIAL Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution plus at least two years of relevant experience or Master’s degree
• At least one year of academic advising experience (high school or college)
• Familiarity with the U of MN system, particularly the Duluth campus and academic programs
• Experience working independently, collaboratively, and under supervision
• Experience with Google Suite and Zoom or similar software

PREFERRED Qualifications

• Master’s degree in liberal or fine arts, counseling, student personnel or related field
• Knowledge of fine art programs, degrees, and careers
• Two or more years of relevant academic advising experience (high school or college)
• Experience working with complex systems in a fast-paced and structured setting
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and presentation skills
• Demonstrated commitment to equal opportunity and diversity issues
• Familiarity with personal and career development issues for undergraduate students
• Experience with advising tools such as People Soft, APAS or other degree-audit systems

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