Academic Advisor, School of Communication & Arts

Posting Number: 494079
Type of Position: Full-time
Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Categories: Administration

Academic Advisor, School of Communication & the Arts

$52,000 - $62,000

Part of a professional team of advisors housed in the School of Communication and the Arts, this position works predominantly with first year-students to set them up for success in their four years  Academic Advisor meets regularly with students to develop the semester schedules and four-year course plans to ensure that pathways are chosen by the end of the first year, and academic and proper degree requirements are met.

Academic advisors work throughout the academic year, answering student questions as they arise, assist when a student is struggling in a course, and offer insight and guidance on opportunities to pursue internships and study abroad.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience providing academic advising, student support, or related educational support services, preferable in a higher education setting

• Meet individually with students in person
• Answer student emails and phone calls
• Consult with SCA Assistant Dean and Department Chairs
• Participate in team, school, and department meetings and attend necessary trainings
• Other duties as assigned

Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation. 4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year
    7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
• University pays 100% tuition only.
• Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

* Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

The School of Communication and the Arts successfully prepares its students to enter the world and pursue careers in communications, art, fashion, film, TV, and a gamut of other employment opportunities. Students gain the skills, knowledge and internship experiences within an encouraging academic environment to help them flourish in their chosen industry.

The School of Communication and the Arts, prepares students for the future while building valuable skills that complement a foundation in a liberal arts education. With nationally ranked programs and Centers of Excellence in Sports Communication and Social Media, we foster an inclusive and engaged community of industry experts and research faculty dedicated to student success. We aim to inspire students to become empathetic and ethically responsible professionals with an understanding of the values of community engagement,…