UW-Whitewater
Academic Advisor - College of Letters and Sciences
UW-Whitewater, Whitewater, Wisconsin, United States, 53190
This is a twelve-month position that reports to the Associate Dean in the College of Letters and Sciences (CoLS). This position plays a vital role in advancing the mission and strategic goals of CoLS and UW-Whitewater by supporting student success, equity, and timely degree completion. The advisor will serve as a critical bridge between students and institutional resources, ensuring meaningful progress toward academic and career goals. This position will be the primary evaluator of applications for graduation to determine if all curricular and policy requirements have been met as well as strategically support faculty advisors by working with students nearing graduation and those returning to the university to complete their degrees.
This position will assist with the evaluation of transfer credits for their application to general education requirements. This position will attend recruitment and orientation events and participate in retention and student success initiatives across the College.* Review student academic records to verify completion of all degree requirements (GPA, coursework, testing, and other program-specific components)* Process and track graduation applications for undergraduate students within CoLS* Proactively communicate with students regarding their graduation status and any potential deficiencies* Collaborate with faculty, program coordinators, and advisors to resolve academic discrepancies or outstanding requirements* Review departmental requests for modifications to a student’s degree plan* Coordinate with the Registrar’s Office to ensure timely submission of degree certifications* Utilize Navigate and other campus technologies to maintain records and collaborate with other campus units to support student success as well as to identify at-risk students and proactively support their retention* Serve as initial point of contact for CoLS students returning to complete their degree* Advise new students at Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration (SOAR) events* Collaborate with campus partners to ensure holistic student advising and support* Participate in inclusivity-related initiatives or outreach to underrepresented and returning student populations* Assist the Transfer General Education Coordinator and Associate Dean in the review of general education transfer credits* Work with the Admissions Office and Registrar’s Office to ensure the accuracy of general education transfer credits in Stellic* Facilitate appeals by students with transfer credits for proficiency, general education, and diversity coursework* Serve as liaison to Career Services CoLS advisor, collaborate with career services and other campus partners on professional development workshops and other career-readiness events, and participate in “Hired Before Graduation” campaigns* Participate in Preview Days, Admitted Student Days, and other recruitment events* Co-facilitate CoLS advising and student success programming* Other duties as assigned* Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution* Demonstrated commitment to inclusive practices to ensure student success* Professional experience engaging with faculty, staff, students, families/guests, and/or general public.At least two years’ experience in an education setting* Experience as an academic advisor in a higher education setting* Experience using Navigate and/or Stellic* Career development facilitator training and/or Global Career Development Facilitator certification; knowledge of career development theory and practices* Excellent written, verbal, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills* Knowledge of best practices to promote student academic success and career exploration* Ability to learn, understand and explain complex processes and requirements* Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds* Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drillsUW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university’s 11,500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs — online and in person — from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university’s arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities — a priority mission since the 1970s.UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin’s Park Place. #J-18808-Ljbffr
This position will assist with the evaluation of transfer credits for their application to general education requirements. This position will attend recruitment and orientation events and participate in retention and student success initiatives across the College.* Review student academic records to verify completion of all degree requirements (GPA, coursework, testing, and other program-specific components)* Process and track graduation applications for undergraduate students within CoLS* Proactively communicate with students regarding their graduation status and any potential deficiencies* Collaborate with faculty, program coordinators, and advisors to resolve academic discrepancies or outstanding requirements* Review departmental requests for modifications to a student’s degree plan* Coordinate with the Registrar’s Office to ensure timely submission of degree certifications* Utilize Navigate and other campus technologies to maintain records and collaborate with other campus units to support student success as well as to identify at-risk students and proactively support their retention* Serve as initial point of contact for CoLS students returning to complete their degree* Advise new students at Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration (SOAR) events* Collaborate with campus partners to ensure holistic student advising and support* Participate in inclusivity-related initiatives or outreach to underrepresented and returning student populations* Assist the Transfer General Education Coordinator and Associate Dean in the review of general education transfer credits* Work with the Admissions Office and Registrar’s Office to ensure the accuracy of general education transfer credits in Stellic* Facilitate appeals by students with transfer credits for proficiency, general education, and diversity coursework* Serve as liaison to Career Services CoLS advisor, collaborate with career services and other campus partners on professional development workshops and other career-readiness events, and participate in “Hired Before Graduation” campaigns* Participate in Preview Days, Admitted Student Days, and other recruitment events* Co-facilitate CoLS advising and student success programming* Other duties as assigned* Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution* Demonstrated commitment to inclusive practices to ensure student success* Professional experience engaging with faculty, staff, students, families/guests, and/or general public.At least two years’ experience in an education setting* Experience as an academic advisor in a higher education setting* Experience using Navigate and/or Stellic* Career development facilitator training and/or Global Career Development Facilitator certification; knowledge of career development theory and practices* Excellent written, verbal, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills* Knowledge of best practices to promote student academic success and career exploration* Ability to learn, understand and explain complex processes and requirements* Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds* Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drillsUW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university’s 11,500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs — online and in person — from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university’s arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities — a priority mission since the 1970s.UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin’s Park Place. #J-18808-Ljbffr