Graduate Program Advisor

Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal.

About the Role

The Graduate Academic Advisor is a permanent position reporting to the Administrative Director of Graduate Programs in the Bryan School of Business and Economics. The role focuses on improving retention, time-to-degree, and student satisfaction outcomes for students in the MBA Program and its affiliated certificates.

Responsibilities

• Manage advising caseload reflective of current MBA enrollments
• Manage online student engagement
• Develop and oversee professional development programming
• Participate in recruitment activities and advise prospective students interested in the Accelerated Masters Program and the Dual Registration track
• Serve as chapter advisor for Beta Gamma Sigma honor society and Spartan Women in Business
• Manage study abroad programming and course (MBA 745) planning
• Plan events such as Beta Gamma Sigma ceremony and graduation networking celebrations
• Support orientation events
• Support Graduate Programs Office Operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution
• Experience contributing to student success initiatives in a higher education setting
• Proven experience working with diverse populations in a higher education setting
• Experience in academic advising or developing and implementing services/initiatives to support student success and retention

Preferred Qualifications

• Higher education experience working with graduate students/programs, especially with online or adult learners
• Proficient computer skills (MS Office, Ellucian BANNER, and Canvas)

Skills

• Ability to multi-task and balance multiple priorities or projects in a fast-paced work environment
• Willingness to embrace innovative advising practices using technologies
• Demonstrated ability to participate in a team environment and contribute positively to the mission and vision of the organization
• Adept at interacting with others in a professional and collaborative manner
• Excellent leadership skills and ability to manage sizeable projects, delegating when appropriate
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Pay

$50,000 - $55,000

Schedule

• Full-time (1.0 FTE)
• 12 months per year
• Permanent position
• Exempt (FLSA)