About Hofstra:

Position Title: Assistant Dean, University Advising

School/Division: Advisement

Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time

Description:

• Serves as an advising dean to an assigned group of students across all class years, from the point of entry through to graduation.
• Assists the Pre-Health Advisor with Pre-Health initiatives, including Pre-Health Interviews, the Pre-Health Portfolio and Pre-Health programming. 
• Assists in the planning and implementation of advising registration events.
• Assists in the supervision of 18 Peer Advisors.
• Coordinates block registration for STEM students with Registrar, faculty and Honors College.
• Helps lead New Student Orientation initiatives including advising incoming students during the orientation programs as well as supporting Undergraduate Admissions events .
• Advise incoming students during the orientation programs as well as supporting Undergraduate Admissions events.
• Advisees include at-risk populations including students on academic probation, scholarship at-risk, under academic review, students requiring a Satisfactory Academic Progress plan and in danger of becoming at-risk.
• Work collaboratively with other campus support services such as Student Access Services (SAS), Hofstra International Programs (HIP), and the Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) to support students.
• Proactively maintains contact with advisees, providing updates and guidance.
• Collaborate with the retention staff in monitoring academic progress of students and communicating with faculty as appropriate.
• Serve as drop-in advisor for quick questions and assists with front desk triage when needed.
• Meets with prospective students seeking guidance and information about the University and academic programs
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree required
• At least two or more years of experience in advising, counseling, or in related fields in a higher education setting or equivalent combination of education and experience
• An established record of accomplishment promoting student development programs and building positive relationships
• Excellent interpersonal, human relations, teaching/presenting and problem-solving skills
• A collaborative disposition and posses the ability to think both critically and strategically
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-3 years advising, counselor or comparable experience; with data systems, such as Ellucian Banner and EAB/Navigate, and Degree Works

EEO Statement:

About Hofstra University

Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the w...orld who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.

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