Academic Counselor 1, 2, or 3 - Baton Rouge, United States - Louisiana State University

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Job Posting Title:

Academic Counselor 1, 2, or 3


Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified


Department:

LSUAM HSE - APSS - Student Services (Douglas K Waddell Sr


Work Location:

H.P. Long Field House


Pay Grade:

Job Description:

Academic Counselor 1

Under the auspices of the Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Institutional Effectiveness, the Office of Student Services in the College of Human Sciences and Education provides all student-related services for undergraduate students and master's students seeking teacher certification.

The office provides a student friendly environment designed to meet all student needs for recruitment, application, admissions, advising, records, scholarships, PRAXIS, student organizations, and certification.

The Counselor 1 will provide key advisement, retention, and engagement services to a diverse and expanded student population in the college.

50%

Academic Advising:
Provides academic and career counseling to prospective, current, and re-entry students pursuing undergraduate degree programs offered through CHSE.

Provides educational guidance and assistance to students by reviewing academic records in relation to the intended degree program, planning schedules, recommending courses and determining appropriate education solutions for different types of students.

Interprets and enforces policies of CHSE and other LSU entities to assist students in matriculation through their intended CHSE degree program.

Follows through and tracks advancement of students as they strive to accomplish their academic goals.

Additionally, provides case management to students who do not meet their educational requirements and offers guidance towards other possible academic programs.

Utilizes the various electronic and print based materials, as well as the multiple university databases to interpret the various CHSE degree programs.

General administrative responsibilities in addition to individual academic counseling include, timely response to student, staff, and faculty email and telephone communication, processing of university required forms (i.e., implementation of grade exclusion, processing late drop/add requests, processing CHSE admission applications.)

25%

Academic Programming:

Develops and conducts a variety of academic programs, workshops, and public presentations for current and prospective students and parents.

Assists with data collection and interpretation of programs implemented by the CHSE Office of Student Services.

20%

Engagement Activities:

Participates in recruiting events freshman and transfer orientations, CHSE residential college activities, and specialized retention activities directed at the CHSE population when needed.

5% Other activities as assigned by the CHSE Assistant Dean for the Office of Student Services


Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree

Academic Counselor 2

The College of Human Sciences & Education houses over 2900 majors each year with Kinesiology boasting between students yearly.

This position is critical as the sheer large number of majors and specificity of prerequisite coursework to bridge students graduate schools needs a bountiful level of accountability and experience.

This job will consist of three areas of responsibility: 1) Counselor for all undergraduate student advising/counseling; 2) Coordinator for the School of Kinesiology Advising/ Counseling and recruitment Programs 3) Kinesiology Liaison for the graduate programs

50% Provides academic counseling to undergraduate Human Science & Education majors daily.

This includes but is not limited to course Academic planning, advising, admission to School (from other colleges and universities, LSU Online, prospective students, and re-entry students) study abroad enrollment approval, interpretation of college and university policies, adding/changing minors & concentrations, IDL/ODL courses, credit exam forms and financial aid SAP approvals.

Assists with the School outreach initiatives, preparation and signing of graduation contracts and verification of senior grades.

20% Manages the Kinesiology majors programming and Counseling.

Responsible for managing all procedures involved with the program including but not limited to:

maintains current program admitted students rosters; contacts and meets with students to sign pertinent program and graduation contracts; advising prospective and current students; monitors satisfactorily academic progress; responsible for coordinating OSS Kinesiology Events.

15% Participates in the college recruiting programs including attendance of events, campus visitor scheduling, development of college presentations/programming for various recruiting events, college presenter, and collaboration on all college communication materials related to recruitment.

10% Liaison with the Office of Enrollment Management and the Office of Orientation; under the leadership of the Associate Director of Student Services Lead coordinator of Kinesiology involvement in OSS, Freshman Orientation and Transfer Student Advising Programs (such as Bengal Bound) including but not limited to any other freshman or newly admitted student program: remains current on freshman and transfer enrollment and placement procedures and changes; supervises approval of student class schedules and discusses scheduling issues with students; on an as needed basis.

5% Coordinates with Associate Director of Student Services and assists on all matters requested.

Primary lead counselor in advising potential Kinesiology graduate students regarding program requirements, completing students' course scheduling, Graduate School regulations, etc.

Assists with graduate student recruiting, orientation.

Other responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Dean and Associate Director for Student Services.


Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
and 1 year of related experience

Academic Counselor 3

Under the auspices of the Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Institutional Effectiveness, the Office of Student Services in the College of Human Sciences and Education provides all student-related services for undergraduate students and master's students seeking teacher certification.

The Counselor 3 will provide key management, advisement, retention, and engagement services to a diverse and expanded student population in the college.

The services provided are:
1.) Management of Graduate Assistants. 2.) Management of Office Initial Surveys. 3.) Supervisory responsibility of in-house training.

The office provides a student friendly environment designed to meet all student needs for recruitment, application, admissions, advising, records, scholarships, PRAXIS, student organizations, and certification.

50% Lead Academic Advisor while

Academic Advising:

Provides leadership while also academic and career counseling to prospective, current, and re-entry students pursuing undergraduate degree programs offered through CHSE.

Provides educational guidance and assistance to students by reviewing academic records in relation to the intended degree program, planning schedules, recommending courses and determining appropriate education solutions for different types of students.

Interprets and enforces policies of CHSE and other LSU entities to assist students in matriculation through their intended CHSE degree program.

Follows through and tracks advancement of students as they strive to accomplish their academic goals.

25%

Academic Programming:

Develops and conducts a variety of academic programs, workshops, and public presentations for current and prospective students and parents.

Assists with data collection and interpretation of programs implemented by the CHSE Office of Student Services.

10% Provides case management to students who do not meet their educational requirements and offers guidance towards other possible academic programs.

Utilizes the various electronic and print based materials, as well as the multiple university databases to interpret the various CHSE degree programs.

General administrative responsibilities in addition to individual academic counseling include, timely response to student, staff, and faculty email and telephone communication, processing of university required forms (i.e., implementation of grade exclusion, processing late drop/add requests, processing CHSE admission applications).

10% Under the leadership of the Assistant Dean for Student Services and Associate Director of Student Services, Incumbent will supervise in-house training for Graduate Assistants and Counseling staff.

Create and participate in engagement activities:

Participates in recruiting events freshman and transfer orientations, CHSE residential college activities, and specialized retention activities directed at the CHSE population when needed.

5% Other activities as assigned by the CHSE Assistant Dean of the Office of Student Services.


Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Counseling or related discipline with experience in counseling in a university setting.

Demonstrated ability to coordinate and direct academic programs; demonstrated human relations and communication skills; ability to work with a diverse student population.

Eligibility for professional licensure by the accrediting body for the discipline.

FERPA - As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services.

Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center.

In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency.

The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.


Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Must provide a cover letter, resume, three professional references, official transcripts, and pass a satisfactory background check


Posting Date:

August 4, 2023


Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more

Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.


Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an
Equal Opportunity Employer:

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