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Temporary Academic Advisor

Requisition Number:

60656

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

Temporary Staff

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

08-Dec-2024

Date Posted:

22-Nov-2024
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Job Summary

The College of Engineering & Applied Science (CEAS) Student Support & Advising Services (SSAS) unit welcomes applications for a Temporary Academic Advisor! CEAS is committed to building collaborative, student-centered relationships that support the achievement of academic success, promote personal and professional development, and cultivate a sense of community. CEAS academic advisors educate the whole student through a developmental, student-focused approach. Advisors are charged with developing and implementing advising strategies and interventions to enhance the performance and persistence of students, along with contributing to the development of student learning outcomes and assessments. 

Temporary academic advisors provide support for CEAS undergraduate students during advisor vacancies and/or in times of undergraduate enrollment growth. They may be called upon to manage an assigned caseload of undergraduate students; to provide individual appointments, drop-in hours, and email advising for students in their assigned major(s); and/or to provide other advising-related administrative and project support within the unit.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Founded in 1893, the College of Engineering and Applied Science at CU Boulder is the second largest of seven schools and colleges at one of the nation's top public research institutions. As Colorado's flagship university, CU Boulder has selective admissions standards and a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs.

The college’s mission is to generate new knowledge in engineering and related fields, and to equip students from a diverse set of backgrounds to become leaders and citizens responsible for the betterment of individuals and society. Our vision is to be a recognized world leader for excellence and innovation in engineering research and education, with an emphasis on inclusive excellence, active learning and global society.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Undergraduate Academic Advising:
  • Advises students regarding academic requirements and options for completing them. Knows the latest about changing curricula; department/program, college, and university rules and policies.
  • Offers a student-focused developmental approach to advising, and develops trusting, supportive relationships with individual students. Is knowledgeable of current advising standards and protocols.
  • Serves as the primary point of contact for academic questions or concerns for any assigned caseload, and provides referrals to appropriate resources as needed.
  • Works with students via individual appointments, group meetings, and/or drop-in hours as needed via videoconference, in-person, telephone, and email.  
    • Personalizes the academic path at CU Boulder.
    • Reviews students’ academic records and discusses appropriate course choices.
    • Offers co-curricular guidance complementing academic path and goals.
    • Leads students in intentional goal setting appropriate to their developmental stage.
  • Participates as needed in advising-related programming that aligns with the timing of the temporary position (new student orientation, graduation, etc.).
  • Participates in advising-related outreach campaigns as appropriate (e.g. students who have not met with an advisor, students in academic difficulty, students who have not enrolled in classes, etc.).
  • Adopts college and university protocols to maintain records of student interactions, student paperwork, and progress towards the degree. This may include evaluation of transfer and study abroad credit, updating degree audits, and graduation confirmation for students in any assigned caseload.
  • Serves as a backup to other undergraduate advisors in the unit as needed.
  • Participates in advising-related meetings and committees within the advising neighborhood, department, and college as assigned.
  • Handles advising-related administrative tasks, projects, and other duties as assigned.

What You Should Know

This is a temporary, full time position anticipated to last through June 30th, 2025. This role is eligible for a hybrid work modality.

What We Can Offer

The hourly rate for this position is $26-28.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave. 

Be Statements

Be groundbreaking. Be collaborative. Be Boulder.

What We Require

  • A Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience and/or education.
  • One year of academic advising or related professional experience at an institution of higher education.

What You Will Need

  • Ability to communicate effectively cross-culturally, both in writing and verbally.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
  • Outstanding customer service skills.
  • Proven track record to work as a member of a team and within a team-orientated work environment.
  • Exceptional organizational, planning, analytical, and technical skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize different projects and requests, and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Student-centered work ethic and a high level of personal integrity and accountability.
  • Sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural, political, and geographical differences, with the ability to work well with faculty, staff, and students from around the world.

What We Would Like You to Have

  • Three years of professional academic advising experience in higher education; or Master’s Degree or equivalent experience in higher education, counseling, STEM, or related field and one year of professional academic advising experience in higher education.
  • Experience participating in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in a higher education setting or having a commitment to inclusivity and cultural competence.
  • Experience with proactive, responsive, and prioritized student outreach and interventions.
  • Experience applying student development theory.
  • Experience working with students in academic difficulty.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and experience with other technologies such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Canvas, Qualtrics, Google Workspace, etc.
  • Familiarity with enrollment management tools, customer relationship management systems, and predictive analytics software, such as PeopleSoft, OnBase, Salesforce, etc.
  • Established skills and experience using technologies that support academic advising standard methodologies.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials: 
  1. A current resume. 
  2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by December 8th, 2024 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu