Program/student Advisor - Chicago, United States - University of Illinois

University of Illinois

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Description

Program/Student Advisor - Student and Diversity Affairs - College of Dentistry

Hiring Department:
Dentistry Administration

Location:
Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID:

Schedule:
Day, Monday-Friday

Posting Close Date: 5/1/2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago.

UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges.

By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.

Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S.

News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities.

UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

The Dentistry Administration unit is seeking a Program/Student Advisor to join their team.

Under the direction of the Associate Dean for Student and Diversity Affairs, this position is responsible for the development and implementation of student services, student leadership student/alumni mentorship and student/faculty mentorship programs.

This position requires the employee to be on site to best serve students.

Duties & Responsibilities

Facilitate student success by defining and implementing proactive strategies that help students stay on track to fulfill their educational goals.
Counsel students in accordance with the UIC and the College of Dentistry policies and guidelines. Provide stewardship of student life, leadership and involvement with the College. Coordinate and evaluate student leadership development programs and activities.
Establish cooperative relationships with and act as a liaison between the college and university's student support services such as tutoring services, peer mentoring, academic support, housing, financial aid, social and cultural support, career support, health and wellness and others.
Participates and attends college and university engagement events, open house events, and other college events that support student success.
Participate in the implementation of initiatives for the college of dentistry community that foster sound practices for student retention programs, student/alumni mentorship programs, student/faculty mentorship programs and special projects to ensure the College of Dentistry student retention goals are met.
Works closely and collaboratively with faculty, staff, managing partners, Associate Deans, Dean and the Office of Academic Affairs and the Office of Clinical Affairs personnel to ensure a cohesive student experience aligned with the College policies and procedures.
Maintains accurate and timely student records in Banner and uses data tools and retention systems, to track at risk students proactively and assist students.
Serves in an advisory capacity in standing and ad hoc College committees such as: Diversity Community, Subcommittee on Student Conduct, Student, Faculty and Staff Relations Committee and Subcommittee on Student Promotions and similar other committees at the university level.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in social science, education, or related field
Demonstrated experience providing support services to students in an academic or university setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Must have a strong commitment to education and have the counseling or coaching skills required to effectively keep students on track.
Ability to speak publicly.
Strong problem solving and time management skills.
Ability to multitask
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience.

In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick.

In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies wit_h all applicable state and feder