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Academic Advisor Undergraduate Studies
Job Description
Position Number:
123959Title:
Academic AdvisorFunctional Title:
Academic Advisor Undergraduate StudiesCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.00Unit:
ENGR-Mechanical EngineeringCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the states flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nations legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nations capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Academic Advisor works directly with the Program Manager for Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, A. James Clark School of Engineering, University of Maryland, to coordinate and support the academic activities related to academic advising, recruitment, orientation, retention, scheduling, graduation, course and student record retention. This position advises a caseload of approximately 500 undergraduate students.
The Academic Advisor, as a member of a small but mighty team, and will assists the office with special events such as Design Day, commencement, and awards banquets and completes other tasks to keep the office and programs running smoothly. The position also supports student organizations within Mechanical Engineering.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, delivering on a promise that all graduates will leave ready to impact the Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) of the 21st century. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, to accelerating entrepreneurship, and to transforming research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions.
The Academic Advisor, as a member of a small but mighty team, and will assists the office with special events such as Design Day, commencement, and awards banquets and completes other tasks to keep the office and programs running smoothly. The position also supports student organizations within Mechanical Engineering.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, delivering on a promise that all graduates will leave ready to impact the Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) of the 21st century. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, to accelerating entrepreneurship, and to transforming research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelors degree. A Masters degree in Higher Education or Student Affairs may substitute for experience.
Experience:
- A minimum of two years of full-time related higher education experience.
- Experience working with diverse populations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- High degree of attention to detail.
- Collaborative and able to interact effectively with both external and internal audiences and capable of building strong work relationships in a complex environment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment, prioritize tasks, think proactively, and work independently, using good judgment and experience to make decisions.
- Ability to contribute as a problem solver, handle complex tasks while maintaining deadlines, be well organized
- Proficiency with various office software packages (Excel, Word, Power Point, and Google Docs).
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Masters degree preferred.
- Academic credentials in sciences or higher education and experience with college students in the sciences
- Special consideration will be given to candidates with a Bachelors or Masters degree in a STEM field, psychology, educational counseling, or higher education administration.
- Knowledge of academic advising policies and information management systems such as U-Achieve, SIS, Advise on the Web, SIS, and/or ELMS/Canvas or similar systems
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to sit for extended time and operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
Visual acuity to read data on reports and computer screens.
Must have the ability to traverse short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials.
Visual acuity to read data on reports and computer screens.
Must have the ability to traverse short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials.
Posting Date:
09/22/2023Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
10/18/2023Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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