The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking an ACADEMIC ADVISOR III to work under general supervision, provide guidance and advice to students on such matters as course selection, course prerequisites, career planning, and continuing higher education. Provides other counseling services regarding student academics or other aspects of student life to students and potential students. May act as a lead counselor for the school and provide training to other student counselor positions. Assumes lead role in student recruitment/retention with designated student population. Acts as a liaison to the Assistant Dean and Sr. Associate Dean in student grievance matters and assists in determining appropriate advising levels. Maintains accurate client information and adheres to the strict confidentiality standards. Provides new student orientation and outreach services as requested. May represent the School of Nursing when in contact with faculty, administrators, staff, and the community. This individual will report to the Director of Student Engagement, Recruitment and Scholarships and to the Assistant Dean of Student Success. The Office of Student Success reports to the Sr. Associate Dean for Academic Success.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides personal counseling, information and guidance concerning selection of course prerequisites, degree requirements, curriculum planning and career opportunities. Acts as a liaison to the Director/Assistant Dean in student grievance matters. Clarifies problem areas with clients and establishes action steps to alleviate these problems. Maintains department competitiveness and proficiency through monitoring publications, attending meetings and conferences, serving as liaison with internal and external organizations. Provides student information to various departments and scholarship sponsors. Prepares a variety of special and recurring analyses and reports depicting status of students and other information as requested. Assumes lead role in student recruitment and retention. Plans various seminars/workshops as needed or requested. Verifies eligibility and assists students in nursing school application process. Maintains accurate student information and adheres to the strict confidentiality standards as outlined in the American Counseling Association Ethical Code. Act in a caring and courteous manner toward all users in the following ways: use positive interpersonal skills to alleviate concerns and frustrations of students, other staff, and faculty; to provide assistance in a timely manner, reference appropriate procedures in calm and courteous manner; acts always in a professional and confidential manner with respect to all information and records. In coordination with the SON Data Analyst/Registrar, provide data and information in regards to undergraduate program and recruiting for recurring and non-recurring reports as necessary for the business of the SON.
(Annual Salary: $46,530 - $75,615)
Qualifications
Master's degree in Counseling, Education or a related field and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
To be successful in this role, the individual should possess highly developed written and verbal communication skills along with well developed interpersonal skills to be able to counsel, encourage and persuade students and potential students. Strong problem solving, time management, and organizational skills are crucial to this role. This individual must adhere to all FERPA, HIPAA, and donor/alumni confidentiality standards and be willing to contribute and subscribe to the mission of the School of Nursing at The University of Alabama at Birmingham and be willing to contribute.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location
:University
Job Category
:Other
Organization
:343001000 Nursing Student Success
Employee Status
:Regular
Shift:Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager):Onsite
Known for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a part of the University of Alabama System, is an internationally renowned research university and academic medical center with more than $715 million in annual research funding and an economic impact on the state exceeding $12.1 billion a year. UAB is Alabama’s largest employer, with some 28,000 employees, and was named Forbes’ No. 1 Large Employer in the United States in 2021. UAB enrollment surpassed 21,500 for the fifth consecutive year in fall 2022. The university offers more than 180 degree programs in nine schools and one college. The pillars of UAB’s mission include education, research, innovation and economic development, community engagement and patient care. Learn more at www.uab.edu.