Assistant Director Academic Career Advising

Assistant Director Academic Career Advising

The Assistant Director of Academic and Career Advising, reporting to the Director of First Year Advising, plays an important role in the work of the College of Arts and Sciences and Maxwell advising team. The Assistant Director of Academic and Career Advising provides transformational and strategic leadership and supervision of a team of integrated academic and career advisors. This position also works collaboratively to create a welcoming and supportive environment for students, carry out the vision for the department, and work synergistically with the Division of Student Success, faculty and academic leaders of the University's educational programs, and the University in its entirety.

In conjunction with best practices, the Assistant Director of Academic and Career Advising will design, develop, update, and deliver workshops for undergraduate students on topics related to major and/or minor selection, program requirements, career development, job search strategies, and graduate school planning. The Assistant Director will oversee academic and career programming run directly through the office including but not limited to immersion trips, resume initiatives, and mock interview initiatives.

Master's degree and experience in a high-level support or a management role in higher education desired. At least two years' experience in academic advising preferred. Experience in assessment, planning, program reviews, self-studies, academic advising, working with individuals under time and multitasking pressures.

Maintain knowledge of all academic advising and career counseling functions of the school and of allied offices to effectively advise students, faculty, faculty advisors and other defined stakeholders. Expert level knowledge in academic counseling methods and career modeling will be required to interpret and communicate results of individual aptitude and career assessment instruments with this population. Career exploration and counseling experience is required as part of academic advising experience.

Ability to communicate and work with diverse populations is necessary, as are excellent interpersonal, planning, teamwork, and organizational skills. Ability to independently interpret and make recommendations for improvement in advising policy and procedure. Ability to relate well to students, parents, scholars, faculty, staff and others from diverse cultural backgrounds. Quality community building and collaboration skills. Passion for student development through cutting-edge national practices.

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to create and maintain efficient systems and processes. Ability to proactively identify potential problems and lead to mitigate those problems or student situations for your reports.