Academic Advisor, Secondary Education (SEED)

Academic Advisor, Secondary Education (SEED)Division of Elementary, Literacy, and Secondary (ELS) EducationThe George Mason University Secondary Education (SEED) program, housed in the Division of Elementary, Literacy, and Secondary (ELS) Education within the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), invites applications for an Academic Advisor who can work with Secondary Education undergraduate and graduate students. This is a full-time classified staff position designed to help prospective and current students meet their educational and career goals.George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment.Responsibilities:The Academic Advisor works with undergraduate and graduate students with a focus on helping them choose an appropriate course of studies, and then pursue that academic program in an efficient manner. The Academic Advisor works closely with the ELS Division Director, the Secondary Education Academic Program Coordinator, other SEED staff, as well as with other student service professionals in the College's Student and Academic Affairs Office. Specific responsibilities of this position include:Facilitating information sessions and leading and attending events for prospective students;Assisting students with academic course planning and scheduling;Leading and participating in outreach and recruitment events;Facilitating new student orientations;Communicating advising information to students;Helping students initiate academic actions (e.g., course substitutions, transfer credit inquiries and evaluations, course waivers);Maintaining an advising record for each student;Collecting and tracking data on potential and current Bachelor's to Accelerated Master's/undergraduate/graduate students, including to inform maintenance of SEED alumni network;Identifying and assisting students who are academically at risk;Serving as liaison to university and college advising committees; andCurating the monthly SEED newsletter.Occasional evening and weekend activities are required in conjunction with Mason's Admissions Office, college recruitment efforts, and academic program events and orientation schedules.Required Qualifications:Master's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience;Strong interpersonal, organizational, time management, and coordination skills;Excellent oral and written communication capabilities with a diverse audience;Experience serving and supporting diverse student populations;Experience with or demonstrated knowledge in academic advising and student success coaching;Experience with or demonstrated knowledge of one or more of the following areas: academic curriculum planning, orientations, disability services, veteran's services, career services, student involvement, and student rights and responsibilities;Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a flexible and professional manner;Proactive problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to learn new tasks quickly; andAbility to work occasional weekends and one to two evenings a week.Preferred Qualifications:Master's degree in relevant field (e.g., higher education administration, counseling, teacher education, etc.);Professional academic advising or counseling experience in an educational setting; andFamiliarity with Banner, Student Success Collaborative, and Blackboard.

For full consideration, applicants must apply at https://jobs.gmu.edu/; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information.

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