Florida International University
Academic Advisor II (College of Communication, Architecture and The Arts)
Florida International University, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Overview
Academic Advisor II (College of Communication, Architecture and The Arts) at Florida International University. Provides confidential academic advising to ensure that students receive the individual attention they need to succeed before entering a program. Leads the development and monitoring of academic plans to assist students with timely graduation and supports the University's retention and graduation initiatives. Responsibilities
Engages in professional development opportunities to further job knowledge and skills. Utilizes technology to manage a caseload of advisees to support students' identification of an appropriate major and their retention and on-time graduation in the identified major. Provides academic advising and guidance to prospective FIU students (both on campus and at prospective student events that occur off-campus) and current students who are considering change of major. Educates advisees on how to access resources and technological tools (including but not limited to career and talent development, Center for Academic Success, PDA, Major Maps, EAB, Handshake). Educates advisees on relevant policies and procedures (e.g. Excess Credit Surcharge, NC grades, Academic Salvage/Amnesty). Responds to student messages, inquiries and requests in a timely manner (within 2 business days). Provides general career advising to students to help them plan for employment and/or future education and help facilitate career-readiness through appropriate referral to available resources. Completes enrollment-related training and utilizes quick enroll and block enroll to facilitate the manual enrollment for some courses. Works with Department Chair/School Director to generate reports, analyze data, and provide recommendations for student admissions and course scheduling. Conducts targeted outreach that includes group advising and campaigns to improve retention and graduation rates. Acts as a student advocate, identifying potential roadblocks to success and escalating those roadblocks for resolution. Works with program faculty, career professionals, and other University partners to stay up-to-date on engagement opportunities for students and educates advisees on potential engagement opportunities and other high-impact practices available to them. Completes appropriate Academic Coaching Training and utilizes techniques with special populations. Adheres to all State of Florida, University, NCAA, Conference USA and college/department regulations, rules, and policies pertaining to the current position. Reports any known NCAA violations or concerns to direct supervisor or to the Athletics Compliance Office. May serve as an advisor for student-athletes. This may include processing mid-term and annual NCAA Progress Toward Degree forms (if questions arise related to Panther Degree Audit). Works with at-risk student populations and additional cohort projects. Assists administrators with college-wide projects (e.g. transient approvals, post 90 credit changes to program/plan, excess credit petitions, PTD approval, career transitions, enrollment, etc.). Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree and 1 year of experience in academic advising or student services experience within higher education; OR Bachelor's degree and 3 years in academic advising or student services experience within higher education. Desired Qualifications
Experience in Higher Education setting and/or academic advising is required. Degree and/or experience in arts or related field. Job Category
Administrative Advertised Salary
$50,000 - $52,000 Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM End time: 5:00 PM Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check Other Information
Ability to work evenings and weekends. Ability to work flexible hours as needed. Ability to travel locally
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Academic Advisor II (College of Communication, Architecture and The Arts) at Florida International University. Provides confidential academic advising to ensure that students receive the individual attention they need to succeed before entering a program. Leads the development and monitoring of academic plans to assist students with timely graduation and supports the University's retention and graduation initiatives. Responsibilities
Engages in professional development opportunities to further job knowledge and skills. Utilizes technology to manage a caseload of advisees to support students' identification of an appropriate major and their retention and on-time graduation in the identified major. Provides academic advising and guidance to prospective FIU students (both on campus and at prospective student events that occur off-campus) and current students who are considering change of major. Educates advisees on how to access resources and technological tools (including but not limited to career and talent development, Center for Academic Success, PDA, Major Maps, EAB, Handshake). Educates advisees on relevant policies and procedures (e.g. Excess Credit Surcharge, NC grades, Academic Salvage/Amnesty). Responds to student messages, inquiries and requests in a timely manner (within 2 business days). Provides general career advising to students to help them plan for employment and/or future education and help facilitate career-readiness through appropriate referral to available resources. Completes enrollment-related training and utilizes quick enroll and block enroll to facilitate the manual enrollment for some courses. Works with Department Chair/School Director to generate reports, analyze data, and provide recommendations for student admissions and course scheduling. Conducts targeted outreach that includes group advising and campaigns to improve retention and graduation rates. Acts as a student advocate, identifying potential roadblocks to success and escalating those roadblocks for resolution. Works with program faculty, career professionals, and other University partners to stay up-to-date on engagement opportunities for students and educates advisees on potential engagement opportunities and other high-impact practices available to them. Completes appropriate Academic Coaching Training and utilizes techniques with special populations. Adheres to all State of Florida, University, NCAA, Conference USA and college/department regulations, rules, and policies pertaining to the current position. Reports any known NCAA violations or concerns to direct supervisor or to the Athletics Compliance Office. May serve as an advisor for student-athletes. This may include processing mid-term and annual NCAA Progress Toward Degree forms (if questions arise related to Panther Degree Audit). Works with at-risk student populations and additional cohort projects. Assists administrators with college-wide projects (e.g. transient approvals, post 90 credit changes to program/plan, excess credit petitions, PTD approval, career transitions, enrollment, etc.). Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree and 1 year of experience in academic advising or student services experience within higher education; OR Bachelor's degree and 3 years in academic advising or student services experience within higher education. Desired Qualifications
Experience in Higher Education setting and/or academic advising is required. Degree and/or experience in arts or related field. Job Category
Administrative Advertised Salary
$50,000 - $52,000 Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM End time: 5:00 PM Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check Other Information
Ability to work evenings and weekends. Ability to work flexible hours as needed. Ability to travel locally
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