Honors College Advisor - Muncie, United States - Ball State University

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About this Opportunity The Honors College seeks an engaging candidate to work in a coordinated care model that prepares student degree plans, connects students with campus resources, and provides advice and care to ensure student success. The successful candidate will join a team of honors advisors to mentor students through the Honors College curriculum and help prepare them for life beyond college. Our Statement on Inclusiveness At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define 'inclusiveness' as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellenceand freedom of expression. Benefits and Community
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Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)

Paid Parental Leave

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Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana: Position Function Serve as one of three professional academic advisors to all Honors College students (matriculates, transfer, and upper division students) in academic program planning, course scheduling, and other academic activities; participate in summer orientation and summer advising; support the Dean of the Honors College in providing services to Honors students; collaborate with University College's Office of Academic Advising in understanding and interpreting curriculum requirements. Minimum Education Bachelor's degree requirements from a regionally accredited college or university completed at time of appointment. Minimum Experience One year relevant experience (for example, teaching, counseling or advising). Minimum Other Excellent communication skills. Authorization to work in the US Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Preferred Education Master's degree requirements from a regionally accredited college or university completed at time of appointment. Preferred Experience Direct experience advising college-level students. Demonstrable commitment to Honors education. Knowledge of Ball State's Honors College, Honors academic requirements, and university requirements; experience working with student information and degree management software systems; familiarity with Ball State's current student information and degree management software systems. Preferred Other Pre-Employment Screening Requires successful completion of a background check. Required Certifications EEO Statement Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. About Ball State University Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. There's more to discover IN Indiana Visit the following link to learn more: IN Indiana Duties & Responsibilities Ranking 1 Job Duty Meet individually with Honors College students for degree planning, curricular monitoring, and academic counseling. Ranking 2 Job Duty Maintain knowledge about degree requirements in all Ball State majors and university systems as they pertain to course scheduling, course selection, and other functions of university software that are appropriate to professional advisors. Ranking 3 Job Duty Direct and participate in the advising portion of new student orientation; train and supervise summer advisors. Review updated matriculate data to determine necessary schedule adjustments. Ranking 4 Job Duty Tutor new Honors students on interpreting the degree audit program; consult on creation and development of four-year plans for graduation. Ranking 5 Job Duty Review and enter four-year plans for first year Honors students into the student degree management software system. Ranking 6 Job Duty Promote strategies for retention (for example, individual interview sessions to address the following: time management, test anxiety, study skills development, decision-making skills development, career exploration). Contact students who have received a midterm deficiency to identify the causes of the deficiency and develop corrective strategies. Contact students who have not registered for classes and facilitate the registration process. Ranking 7 Job Duty Attend Honors College staff meetings and inform Honors College staff of current and pending issues arising from advising. Ranking 8 Job Duty Perform other related duties as assigned. Posting Detail Information Information regarding transcripts The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted. Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'