The Assistant Director for Outreach and Programming in the Academic Advising & Planning Center maintains an advising caseload of undergraduate students to assist them with all aspects of academic planning by promoting and encouraging self-authorship and resource utilization in support of academic success, as well as the timely and informed pursuit of an academic major, supervises professional academic advisors and oversees a correlative area of departmental responsibility as outlined in the job duties.

Bachelor’s degree required in liberal arts discipline, counseling or related field. Two years of professional workplace experience in higher education academic advising and experience developing, implementing, and programming and activities, creating content using Learning Management Systems (LMS), and a desire to develop others through leadership and supervision.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

· Supervision and training

· Conferred Master’s Degree

· Progressive workplace responsibility

· Assessment

· Familiarity with Banner, Degree Works and CRM Advise

· Experience working with LMS systems

· Attention to detail

A successful candidate will love:

Serving as a leader to support professional advisors’ growth and develop both personally and professionally
Collaborating with advisors and leadership team for continuous improvement
Working with undergraduate students in one-on-one and group settings to identify goals, understanding campus systems and plan for success
Developing and evaluating large-scale programming in both virtual and in-person formats and providing continuous support
Managing content housed in a Learning Management System (LMS)
Embracing and employing established departmental values (Team Spirit, Accountability, Humility, Communication, Appreciation, Inclusion)
Participating in ongoing professional development opportunities with a dedication to continuous improvement
Collaborating with colleagues inside and outside the department to drive the vision and mission of the department through programming and committee work
Serving as a referral agent to campus resources
Helping students find their place and their people
Employing current and evolving technology
Serving as a problem solver and resource to students and colleagues alike
Exhibiting initiative and sharing ideas
Being a part of a team dedicated to mutual respect and collegiality
Enjoy working in a dynamic, fast paced season-based advising (distinct Fall, Spring, Summer) setting
Working independently as well in work teams

Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge:
Demonstrated understanding of student development and higher education administration at a liberal arts & sciences college
Well versed in the basic principles and theories of academic advising and college student development in higher education
Thorough understanding and engagement in national advising practices
FERPA regulations and their application
Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite products and Zoom software

Skills and Abilities:
Desire to train, supervise and formally evaluate professional staff members, develop professional staff and provide ongoing support through a consistent in-person presence
Exceptional ability at being a team player, establishing, building, and maintaining effective internal and external relationships and contributing to a friendly, welcoming environment
Experience creating content using Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Demonstrated problem-solving
Demonstrated effective written and oral communication, interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills
Able to lead multiple, simultaneous complex projects with competing priorities
Affirm and contribute to a positive workplace culture
Team spirited, enjoy leading people to achieve a common goal
Exhibit initiative and have tolerance for ambiguity in an ever-changing environment
Must have strong background in program development and implementation
Exhibit initiative and have tolerance for ambiguity
Participate in all in-person programs, activities and initiatives relative to job duties
Think creatively and successfully execute new initiatives with limited guidance

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