Academic Advisor

About the role

Academic Advisors within University College at Ball State University strive to empower and inspire students to develop a meaningful academic experience using the array of high-quality opportunities and educational tools provided by the university to become impactful leaders in their academic field and community.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive advising to an assigned caseload of approximately 300 students to provide information and guidance on academic-related issues such as course planning and registration, degree requirements, and academic progress.
• Create and maintain personalized four-year degree plans as mandated by the State of Indiana; train students to interpret the Stellic degree audit and use Self-Service Banner (SSB).
• Promote strategies for success with students including time management, study tips, and participation in tutoring and supplemental instruction sessions; conduct proactive/intrusive outreach to high support students; provide additional intervention with assigned students in the process of academic warning.
• Participate in appropriate admissions and orientation events; assist new transfer students and collaborate with academic departments as necessary.
• Participate in unit-specific and campus-wide retention and student success initiatives.
• Aid students in exploring career/major options and the use of related campus services; assist students in the selection of alternative and/or complementary major/minor programs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of university academic programs, requirements, policies, and procedures as outlined in academic postings, the Undergraduate Catalog, the Student Success Handbook, and other resources.
• Create reports related to student advisee caseloads as directed by academic advising leadership.
• Aid students in understanding the philosophical purpose and requirements of the University Core Curriculum (UCC).
• Communicate with academic departments regarding curriculum and advising services as appropriate.
• Serve as a referral agent to other university resources and services.
• Represent Academic Advising through service on university committees and participation in campus events; participate in professional development activities.

Requirements

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university by date of employment.
• Experience in academic advising, student services, higher education, counseling, or related field.
• Ability to work with faculty, administration, and undergraduate students.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and work independently.
• Sensitivity to the needs of the student population.
• Interpersonal/human relations skills.
• Ability to encourage and empower students to make their own decisions.
• Ability to act as an advocate for both the student and the university.
• Ability to identify students' needs for support services in order to make appropriate referrals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Master's degree from an accredited college or university by date of employment. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with Ball State curriculum, experience with Banner, Stellic, and EAB Navigate.

Benefits

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer paid 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family.

Pay

$43,999 - $45,000

Schedule

10-month position or one with Burris or Indiana Academy, please select the corresponding calculator.