Academic Advisor I - Senior Academic Advisor II AS7060

About the role

The Ferguson College of Agriculture at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK, is seeking applications for Academic Advisors. The position plays a crucial role in guiding undergraduate students through their academic journeys and connecting them with the resources they need to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Advising students concerning program inquiries, academic plans and progress, academic schedule, choice of major, and other academic activities and career goals.
• Proactively reaching out to students in various situations to offer support and assist them in making decisions concerning personal educational goals leading to graduation.
• Maintaining accurate, confidential student records and ensuring documentation integrity.
• Interpreting academic records and placement information, and using data to track student progress and inform advising decisions.
• Providing academic counseling and developmental guidance, including support related to course selection, goal setting, career exploration, and academic challenges.
• Evaluating petitions and supporting decision-making processes related to academic issues.
• Assisting with teaching up to two sections of UNIV 1111 (Freshman Seminar).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (must be conferred on or before the start date)
• Starting salary based on education and prior relevant work experience.
• A master's degree may be substituted for up to three (3) years of required experience.
• Terminal degrees may warrant adjustment to years of experience equivalency.
• Experience in a comparable position as follows:
• Academic Advisor I: Bachelor’s Degree and zero – two years of experience.
• Academic Advisor II: Bachelor’s Degree and two to three years of experience.
• Academic Advisor III: Bachelor’s Degree and three to five years of experience.
• Senior Academic Advisor I: Bachelor's Degree and five to seven years of experience.
• Senior Academic Advisor II: Bachelor’s Degree and seven years of experience.
• Teaching up to two sections of UNIV IIII.
• Administrative experience that could include responsibility with unit programs and/or student groups; supervisory experience to include interviewing, training and development, etc. of employees and/or student leaders; and/or coordination of special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (must be conferred on or before the start date)
• Master's degree (may substitute for up to three (3) years of required experience)
• At least one degree in studies related to agriculture or natural resources.
• At least two years of advising experience and/or higher education experience.
• Strong knowledge of academic programs, degree requirements, curricula, and course prerequisites.
• Understanding of university academic policies, procedures, and regulations, particularly those related to graduation, enrollment, and transfer credit.
• Proficiency with advising technologies and student information systems.
• Experience in teaching high school or college students.
• Ability to provide academic counseling and developmental guidance, including support related to course selection, goal setting, career exploration, and academic challenges.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills to address academic issues, evaluate petitions, and support decision making.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and staying current with advising and higher education best practices.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge

• Knowledge & Technical Skills: Ability to maintain accurate, confidential student records and ensure documentation integrity; Ability to quickly learn information and data management systems for use in advising and mentoring situations.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex information clearly and support students in decision making; Ability to effectively present information in large group settings; Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to build rapport and work effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Advising & Student Support Skills: Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with the student population, applying inclusive and responsive advising practices; Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and maintain positive working relationships.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving: Ability to assess student needs, interpret data, and identify appropriate interventions or resources.
• Organizational & Professional Skills: Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy under pressure; Positive, proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

Benefits

OSU Agriculture is dedicated to improving the quality of life for the people of Oklahoma through science-based information and education. The Division is comprised of the Ferguson College of Agriculture and two state agencies: the Oklahoma Agricultural Experiment Station and the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service. For more information, visit: https://agdivision.okstate.edu/

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