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University of Illinois Chicago

Program/Student Advisor - Springfield Regional Nursing Program

University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application. Program/Student Advisor - Springfield Regional Nursing Program | Springfield Regional Program Site Hiring Department: Nursing | Location: Springfield, IL

Requisition ID: 1036275 | FTE: 1 | Work Schedule: Days | Workplace Type: Hybrid | # of Positions: 1 Posting Close Date: September 11, 2025

Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $62,010.00 - 67,138.50 / Annual

About the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC): UIC is among the nation\'s preeminent urban public research universities. It is a Carnegie RU/VH research institution and the largest university in Chicago, serving over 34,000 students. UIC emphasizes cutting-edge research and the success of all students across its 16 colleges, including health sciences. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

The primary function of this position is to serve as a primary student resource, admissions manager, and recruiter for undergraduate students for the Springfield Regional Program at the UIC College of Nursing. This Civil Service position holds seniority rights through UIC HR by location (Springfield) only.

Duties & Responsibilities Advising

Advises Springfield Campus Undergraduate BSN Students, including newly admitted undergraduates.

Provides academic counseling/advice for a cadre of undergraduate students.

Coordinates student enrollment for each semester, including processing course permits, completing and routing concurrent registration forms, and working with faculty on registration questions or issues.

Facilitates course withdrawals, adds, drops, LOAs, Upper Division Electives, course approvals, and other academic-related actions.

Maintains updated advising guides and consults with faculty on advising.

Coordinates activities related to international student issues.

Maintains intent to graduate list.

Manages academic file system.

Facilitates student retention by assisting students to solve program/university related issues and facilitates campus resources for CON students (OAR, Student Accounts); works with faculty/staff to identify appropriate services for students at all levels.

New Student Activity Coordination

Oversees preparation of graduate and undergraduate new student files.

Organizes and conducts graduate and undergraduate orientation sessions.

Provides initial academic advice to newly admitted undergraduate students.

Oversees initial immunization, background checks, and drug screens and ensures data are entered in appropriate database.

Enters initial program plan for undergraduates into software. Answers questions about and locates advanced placement tests for new undergraduates.

Admissions

Assist with the establishment and implementation of admission criteria and oversee the campus admission and application process, manage application materials.

Oversee application processing for undergraduates and graduate students.

Participates in CON Applicant review process.

Creates and maintains current listing of admitted students. Ensures application mailings or distribution.

Recruiting

Maintains advising guides and transfer information for other schools and software/transferology.

Works with potential applicants for pre-requisite completion via phone, email, meetings, and for drop-in inquiries.

Conducts Information Sessions and How to Apply Sessions.

Coordinates content and assembly of information/application packets with office staff.

Works with University campus units to secure non-nursing prerequisite courses and maintains updated information regarding non-nursing course schedules for advisors.

Processes course approvals for transfer courses.

Coordinates recruitment activities/strategies and materials with the director and UIC CON OAP; attends recruitment activities and college fairs.

Academic events and committees

Plan, coordinate, and implement College Career Fair activities.

Manage College of Nursing Open Houses for all programs.

Support Student committees as advisor including UHP, SNA, and with Director for Student Council.

Serve on College OAP committees, convocation committee, Admissions and Academic Standards committees, and other committees as assigned.

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor\'s Degree

To Apply For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button and fully complete all sections of the online application, including adding your full work history with specific duties and responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Note: Once submitted, you will not be able to make changes. To revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. See Required Employment Notices and Posters for non-discrimination statements and background checks information. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation.

To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/16648?c=uic

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