Senior Associate Advisor
Academic advising in the Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication is a student-centered, collaborative experience shaped by National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) core values and the ACEJMC Accrediting body. Advisors work closely with students to clarify degree requirements, connect them with campus and professional resources, and support thoughtful decision-making that nurtures both academic progress and personal growth. The ACEJMC Professional Values and Competencies are core standards that journalism and mass communication graduates must master, including clear writing, ethical practice, and critical research. At Gaylord College, advising is not a checklist, it's a meaningful partnership that enriches the student experience and cultivates long-term success.
Responsibilities
- Oversees student degree planning by recommending course sequencing and monitoring progress towards degree completion.
- Communicates information regarding academic programs, policies, and procedures based on students' individual needs.
- Assists students in realizing their educational, professional, and personal goals by offering specialized guidance.
- Operates within an extensive campus network of institutional resources designed to help students maximize their college experience.
- Demonstrates a high level of leadership that is reflected in the assignment of specific responsibilities that enhance the delivery of advising services.
- May provide leadership and oversight to include supervision of the advising center, student support initiatives, and program administration.
- Monitors the academic health and degree progression of assigned students, including grade monitoring, active outreach, enrollment tracking, and Academic Life Coaching for students who would benefit from additional support.
- Develops a rapport of trust with assigned students.
- Responds to communications via phone and email in a timely manner.
- Participates in institutional retention and completion initiatives.
- Engages in leadership or scholarly activity to further professional advising identity.
- Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) by fulfilling training and reporting obligations related to campus safety protocols.
- Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
May Perform The Following Duties
- Works with students who are at risk, on academic probation, or other special populations.
- Serves as a policy expert.
- Conducts new advisor onboarding and training.
- Mentors and coaches new advisors.
- Leads initiatives for projects/programming, delivery of advising services, or student support services.
- Develops innovative strategies for improved student services, advisor professional development, or leadership in the community.
- Engages in strategic planning initiatives.
- Identifies gaps in the advising system and initiates innovative approaches to address the challenges.
- Assists in data collection (assessment, retention, graduation, etc.).
- Represents unit at recruitment events.
- Participates in Academic Life Coaching.
- Represents unit at cross-departmental meetings.
- Provides input and feedback in college/department decision making.
- Collaborates with faculty and provides feedback on curricular decisions and course needs.
- Participates in committees, task forces, or search committees.
- Coordinates special events such as orientation, convocation, graduation, etc.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- Minimum 72 months of experience in academic advising/higher education.
Equivalency/Substitution: Will also accept a Master's degree and 48 months of experience in academic advising/higher education or a Doctorate and 24 months of experience in academic advising/higher education.
Preferences
- Master's degree in academic advising, higher education administration, student development, or counseling preferred.
Pay
Targeted salary up to $53,000 annually, based on education and experience.
Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Benefits
Benefits eligible.