Employment Type : Full-Time
Position Title Academic Advisor
Category Administrative
Position Number A99789
Posting Number S0000823
Location Chicago/Schaumburg
Open Date 08/19/2021
Close Date
Open Until Filled? No
Job Type Full-Time
Working Hours
Position SummaryRoosevelt University seeks an Academic Advisor to meet with students and prospective students and provide accurate, current curricular information on undergraduate programs; assist in short-term and long-term academic program planning; refer students to other support services / units on campus; provide assistance with program changes (class drops and adds and major changes), and career plans; assist in recruitment and retention efforts which progresses our students toward graduation. This is a full-time, at-will, exempt administrative position that reports to the Associate Director of Academic Advising. Some evening and weekend hours will be required.
Roosevelt University requires all new hires to be compliant with out COVID-19 vaccination policy, found at the COVID-19 website.
Title IX Contact Information: Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Michael Pfeifer. His office is in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 204. He can be reached at 312-341-2045 or TitleIX@roosevelt.edu. Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email hr@roosevelt.edu.
Roosevelt University is a private, non-sectarian university with 4,400 students studying at campuses in Chicago’s south Loop, suburban Schaumburg and online. Founded on the principles of inclusion and social justice, Roosevelt is the fourth most ethnically diverse college in the Midwest (U.S. News and World Report, 2017), with a mission to prepare students to assume roles as leaders in their professions and communities. We invite you to contribute your talents to our community. Roosevelt offers a competitive base salary and exceptional benefits highlighted by a health PPO plan, employer retirement contribution of 8% (no match requirement), 14 paid holidays and 18 vacation days annually, pre-tax transit and parking savings accounts, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans and employee and dependent tuition remission.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities RequiredA bachelor’s degree.
A minimum of one year of professional experience working at a college or university in academic advising, student affairs, or enrollment management
Ability to use computerized student information systems and personal computing software.
Proven ability to perform assigned administrative duties focused on supporting our advising, recruitment, and retention efforts.
Excellent organizational, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
Ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
Ability to demonstrate a commitment to service excellence by embodying Roosevelt’s core values, mission, and vision in every aspect of the role working with students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
A positive and professional demeanor is a must.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Years of Experience Required 1
Required Education Bachelor's Degree
Certification/Licensure Required
Minimum QualificationsPlease refer to knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
Preferred QualificationsMaster’s degree preferred in Counseling, Academic Advising or Higher Education Administration.
Professional experience working as an academic advisor.
Familiarity with Ellucian/Banner preferred.
Equipment OperatedOffice equipment (desktop computer, office copier/ multi-function device and phone).
Working ConditionsNormal climate-controlled office environment is provided. Job is largely sedentary, but there is a need to move about the office and buildings frequently. Occasional bending, stooping, lifting, pushing and/or pulling is required (typically less than 10 pounds of weight or pressure). Regular use of desktop computer is required, calling for frequent hand/wrist movement and repetition. Moderate level of stress. Occasional travel within the local or regional setting may be required.
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