Academic Advisor - Academic Advising & Exploration Center

Academic Advisor - Academic Advising & Exploration Center  Attention:
The Academic Advising and Exploration Center in the Division of Enrollment and Retention at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks an LTE Academic Advisor.
This will be a fixed term appointment. To learn more about this type of appointment please see the UW System Administrative Policy 1251:
Appointment Terms & Designation of Positions and Chapter 10 of Wisconsin State Statute: UWS
10.
The LTE Academic Advisor works with new and undeclared students to provide holistic advising services helping students matriculate to the university, and providing support during their first year on campus resulting in retention of students. This position serves as a main point of contact for students and provides information about educational options and academic requirements; assists with identifying and assessing interests, skills, and values to match appropriate field of study/career options, and refers students to appropriate institutional resources.

Advisors work to ensure students receive accurate, timely, and holistic advising services in support of promoting student success, retention, and program completion. They also serve as a liaison to specific colleges and departments to ensure accurate information is provided to both the department and students. The advisor will be asked to represent the department at university events, and to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive environment.

Job Responsibilities:

Academic Advising (85%)
Assist students with program planning, general course selection, registration, and schedule review
Engage students in decision making processes and promotes appropriate and responsible choices on academic matters such as course selection and degree requirements
Refer students to appropriate campus resources which could support their success and engagement with the campus community
Counsel students on academic probation, receiving academic alerts, and/or are identified as being at risk to succeed
Maintain confidentiality and accurate student records and processes and responds to academic inquiries according to established institutional and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) policies
Department Representation (5%)
Participate in SOAR days, Warhawk Preview/Admitted Days, and other campus events by presenting about the services available in the AAEC
Coordinate with assigned college/departments to ensure AAEC staff are updated on curricular changes or opportunities
Miscellaneous (10%):
Serve on department, division, or university committees
Perform other duties as assigned.
Conditions of Appointment:
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
Key

Job Responsibilities:

Proactively engages students as needed
Receives, processes, and responds to academic inquiries according to established policies and procedures
Maintains expertise with advised curriculum and may assist in developing and recommending exceptions for policy and curriculum
Maintains confidentiality and accurate student records and processes and responds to academic inquiries according to established institutional and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) policies
Implements academic advising events such as workshops, panel discussions, and guest speakers
Participates in the campus-wide advising community providing input to leadership regarding the development of advising, recruitment, and co/curricular programs offered by the school/college
Serves as a main point of contact for students and provides information about educational options and academic requirements; assists with identifying and assessing interests, skills, and values to match appropriate field of study/career options, and refers students to appropriate institutional resources
Department:
Academic Advising & Exploration Center
Compensation:
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary of $45,000 commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree WITH minimum three years of professional higher education experience in a student-facing and/or student support role required.
Experience in teaching, training, and/or presenting to diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree (or enrollment in a Master's degree program)
Demonstration of excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of…