ACADEMIC ADVISOR II, College of Arts & Sciences, Computer Science

About the role

Boston University is launching a significant expansion of undergraduate advising by increasing the number of professional academic advisors. Each advisor will work with a caseload of approximately 200 students in one of our undergraduate schools or colleges.

Responsibilities

• Engage in holistic academic advising that supports exploration and helps students realize academic, career, and life goals.
• Work closely with students to develop personalized academic plans and support their educational, career, and personal development.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and other advisors to ensure comprehensive support for students.
• Provide guidance on course selection, academic planning, and career development opportunities.
• Assist students in navigating university resources and policies.
• Monitor student progress and provide timely feedback and support.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of advising strategies and programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 1-3 years of experience required.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Knowledge of academic advising principles and practices.
• Proficiency in using technology tools for advising and record-keeping.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and internal pay comparison.

Pay

Minimum $60,800.00

Schedule

Full-Time/Regular