- Maintain a professional advising caseload of approximately 300 CLA students (with a mix of students in all four years of progress, and in a variety of majors/minors)
- Embrace Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice to support the growth, development and sense of belonging for all students and colleagues
- Assist a diverse population of students in navigating resources to support their academic and personal well-being
- Adjust advising approaches to meet students where they are at in their personal development, being mindful of their individual identities and lived experiences
- Assist students in planning for degree completion which includes working with multiple offices such as academic departments, academic support services, study abroad programs, and career services
- Facilitate conversations that focus on core career competencies that reflect the essence of our liberal arts education
- Support students with planning for health, professional, and graduate programs
- Work with students as personal or academic challenges arise to maximize student retention and timely degree completion
- Develop empathic relationships with students using interculturally-informed practices to provide support and challenge when appropriate
- Use technology to track degree progress, proactively communicate with students and colleagues, and monitor caseload to support degree progress
- Uphold college and university academic policy and procedures while knowing how to coach students through petition exceptions when warranted
- Promote student confidence in major and degree programs by articulating the value of a liberal arts education
- Navigate emergent student situations to help students understand their options and work toward a resolution
- Participate in both remote and on-campus summer and winter orientation sessions for incoming students
- Participate on various committees to advance college and university initiatives and goals
- Other initiatives or assignments as need arises
- Participate in workshops, trainings, and conversations to support competency building in diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice for self and others
- Recommend and advocate for changes to improve student service
- Engage in professional development related to advising theory and practice
- Level 2: BA/BS degree plus at least two years of relevant advising work experience, or master's degree.
- Level 3 (Academic Advisor): BA/BS degree plus at least four years of advising or higher education experience, or master's degree plus at least two years of relevant experience.
- Level 4 (Senior Advisor): BA/BS degree plus at least five years of relevant academic advising work experience, or master's degree plus at least three years of academic advising work experience.
- Master's degree in a liberal arts discipline, or in higher education, student affairs, college student personnel psychology, counseling, social work, or other field related to advising.
- One year of advising or teaching experience.
- Demonstrated evidence of a commitment to promoting a culture that respects and advances diversity and inclusion.
- Capacity to articulate the nature and advantages of a liberal arts education.
- Excellent skills in communication (written and oral), multicultural awareness, mastering and disseminating complex information, computer literacy, and time management.
- At least three years of college-level advising experience.
- A thorough and nuanced understanding of curricular options, requirements, and engagement opportunities.
- Depth of knowledge in evaluating situations, and developing and implementing plans to meet the needs of individuals and groups of students.
- Demonstrated expertise in working effectively with students with diverse needs and backgrounds by adapting advising strategies within appropriate cultural contexts.
- Experience with mentoring, advising colleagues in specific advising tasks, policies and systems, case consultations, and the development of nuanced decision-making skills.
- Experience with creating and delivering training for staff and faculty on advising topics such as exploring student national trends and research, and the academic and career decision-making process.
- Experience creating change to impact student success.
- We are currently hiring advisors in any of the three levels (9702AA, 9703AA, 9704AA) depending on your qualifications.
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
- Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement.
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CLA Academic Advisor - Minneapolis, United States - University of Minnesota
Description
About the JobThe College of Liberal Arts is looking for an Academic Advisor to join our team
Undergraduate Education is a dynamic work environment. We work with undergraduate students from orientation through graduation. Our ideal candidate has a passion for the liberal arts and advising. This person will have an inclusive mindset that centers students.
Our advisors work holistically with students to identify their strengths, clarify their interests, and explore areas of study while planning for timely degree completion.
Advisors provide students with a balance of support and challenge, engaging in a professional practice that is highly contextualized, and focuses on the individual learner's preparation, ability, and interests.
Our advisors emphasize multicultural responsiveness in all aspects of their work, in line with the broader university and college goals of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
Primary duties:
Academic Advising (Level 2:
85% | Level 3: 75% | Level 4: 75%)
10% | Level 3: 10% | Level 4: 15%)
Required Qualifications:
Salary Ranges:
Level 2:
$47,725-$48,750
Level 3:
$51,875-$57,000
Level 4:
$61,200
About the Department
About the College of Liberal Arts
Home to the arts, social sciences and humanities disciplines and programs, the College of Liberal Arts is the largest college in the University of Minnesota and comprises 31 academic departments, and over 20 interdisciplinary research centers and administrative/support units.
CLA enrolls nearly 13,000 undergraduate students, over 40% of the undergraduate enrollment on the Twin Cities campus, 1,400 graduate students, and has an annual all-funds budget of $290 million.
CLA is a destination for curious, compassionate individuals who are committed to making our increasingly interdependent and diverse global community work for everyone.
CLA is committed to increasing enrollment of underrepresented and under-resourced students, diversifying our faculty across all disciplines, recruiting, and retaining a diverse staff, and promoting the expression and exploration of diverse perspectives and viewpoints-so that we all gain the background knowledge and analytical skills we need to understand and respect differences.
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Benefits
Working at the University
At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning.
We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.
Please submit the following documents(PDF Format preferred):
Priority deadline:
May 20th, 2024.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
To learn more about diversity at the U:
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research.
Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St.
Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).