Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number |
998158 |
Functional Title |
Academic Advisor |
Position Type |
Administration - Staff |
Position Eclass |
EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning |
University Information |
UNC Greensboro, located in the
Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher
research activity and
community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three
UNC System institutions,
UNC Greensboro is one of the most
diverse universities in the state with
20,000+ students, and
3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With
17 Division I athletic teams,
85 undergraduate degrees in over
125 areas of study, as well as
74 master's and 32 doctoral programs,
UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for
academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in
health and wellness,
visual and performing arts,
nursing,
education, and more. For additional information, please visit
uncg.edu and follow
UNCG on
Facebook,
Twitter, and
Instagram. |
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit |
The mission of the Division of Student Success is to work in partnership with the University community to deliver high quality services to facilitate the recruitment, retention and graduation of a diverse student population and also strive to provide service, leadership and transitional student support for
UNCG. The Division of Student Success is committed to designing, implementing and providing the services necessary to promote student success throughout the entire student life cycle from day one to diploma. This division includes the offices of Student Success Initiatives, New Student Transitions & First Year Experience, Students First Office, Academic Achievement Center, TRiO Programs,
UNCG Guarantee, and the Multiliteracy Centers. |
Position Summary |
The Academic Advisor is primarily responsible for delivering comprehensive advising to an assigned caseload of transfer students from the point of admission, intention to enroll and through their first semester. Reporting to the Assistant Director for Transfer Initiatives, the advisor will support first-term/first-year transfer students and will partner with academic units on the transition of those students to faculty advisors in time for registration for their second term. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution,
UNCG has a strategic focus on diversifying our faculty and staff to reflect this growth and better support our emerging student population. This position has been established as part of UNCG's strategic focus on diversifying our faculty and staff and providing support our growing Latinx student population. Staffing culturally responsive and informed academic advisors who understand Latinx students' experiences is essential to addressing our equity goals and supporting students in overcoming disproportionate academic achievement gaps. |
Minimum Qualifications |
- Master's Degree in Higher Education, Counseling, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution and a minimum of 2 years of experience contributing to student success initiatives in a higher education setting;
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Experience working within the field of academic advising or in developing and implementing services/initiatives to support college student transition, success, and retention.
- Strong understanding of the needs and challenges facing Latinx and other marginalized student groups
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Ability to multi-task and balance multiple priorities or projects in a faced-paced work environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes days/evenings/weekends as needed.
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Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates |
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Preferred Qualifications |
- Proficient computer skills (MS Office, Ellucian BANNER)
- Experience working with faculty, staff, and students in a professional environment.
- Experience collaborating with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of academic disciplines and administrative units.
- Strong organization skills, ability to handle multiple tasks, establish work priorities, respond to unanticipated student or faculty needs, and work well as part of a team.
- Master's degree preferred in Higher Education, Counseling, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
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Special Instructions to Applicants |
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Recruitment Range |
Commensurate with education and experience |
Org #-Department |
Undergraduate Student Success - 13601 |
Job Open Date |
07/05/2023 |
For Best Consideration Date |
06/14/2024 |
Job Close Date |
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Open Until Filled |
Yes |
FTE |
1.000 |
Type of Appointment |
Permanent |
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. |
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Number of Months per Year |
12 |
FLSA |
Exempt |
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