Academic Advisor - Milwaukee, United States - University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee

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Milwaukee, United States

1 week ago

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Description

Position Type Non-Teaching Academic Staff Appointment Type Fixed Renewable Pay Basis Annual Salary Grade 18 FLSA Status Exempt Percent 100 Posting Type Staff UWM Description

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin's second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds.

UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as "R1" by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County.

School/College/Division Description

Job Summary

Academic Advisors in the Lubar College of Business engage prospective and currently enrolled undergraduate Business students in decision making on academic matters such as major/minor/certificate choices, course selection and degree requirements.

They educate students about and encourage participation in co-curricular experiences such as internships, undergraduate research, and leadership development opportunities.

Advisors maintain appropriate confidentiality, update student advising records, and contribute to the planning and delivery of academic advising related events and programs, such as new student orientation and other student success initiatives.

Advisors work to ensure students receive accurate, timely, and holistic advising services to support academic success, and refer students to appropriate university resources.

The advising team strives to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment.

Job Duties:

Advise current and prospective Business undergraduate students on issues related to admission, registration (course selection), and graduation (program requirements).

Advise all undergraduate Lubar major curriculums, certificate programs, Business minors, accelerated master's programs, and second-degree students. Assist students in developing strategies to address academic difficulty and refer them to Lubar and campus resources, as needed. Plan and implement school/campus initiatives to increase student retention and graduation rates in the UWM Lubar College of Business.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
One or more years of professional work or internship/practicum experience working in a student services or advising office in higher education or closely related field

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree
Two or more years of experience advising students in a college/university setting
Excellent written communication skills
Experience handling multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment
Experience building relationships with diverse populations

Target Salary Range Final salary offer will be commensurate with experience and education Benefits and Total Rewards

As part of UWM's commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life.

UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans.

Employees with a qualifying position also receive an
extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays.

Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.)
UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life**Application Instructions

Application Deadline 05/08/2024