Academic Advisor-Fine Arts

Position Specific Responsibilities

As a member of the College of Fine Arts advising team, this position is essential to students' academic success. With an advising load of 200+ students, this advisor serves all School of Performing Arts programs (Theatre, Technical Theatre, Musical Theatre, Dance) and select programs in the School of Digital Arts (Filmmaking and Acting for Digital Arts).

Serves as a resource to faculty and others with regard to advising policies and procedures. Interprets student needs and provides individualized service and assistance while maintaining confidentiality.

Essential Functions

Provides students with information on how to complete their college degree and refers students to appropriate campus and community services and resources when needed.

Serves as a resource person to faculty and others with regard to academic advising policies and procedures. May review and optimize procedures as needed.

May assist in the development of and participates in recruitment and retention activities related to the student population such as monitoring educational progress and/or providing application or other assistance.

Maintains confidential student records and personal information.

May conduct or participate in seminars, workshops or orientation sessions for students on academic, career and personal success strategies and other group activities.

Commitment

Wichita State University is committed to inclusive excellence. WSU is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelors degree in related field by hire date
• Preferred Education: Minimum Experience of One (1) year of experience in student services or related field
• Every 15 hours of graduate college coursework beyond a bachelors degree can be substituted for one (1) year of experience
• Preferred Experience: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities including experience with detail-oriented, time sensitive tasks and confidential information and protocols. Experience working and interacting with diverse populations and communities. Demonstrated Proficiency With Office Technology And Systems, Including Windows, Microsoft Office, database systems, and other computer programs. Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills in an academic setting. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability and willingness to work flexible hours.

Additional Information

Special Instructions: Department Information Department 102651-CFA Advising Center