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Academic Advisor

Employer
Robert H. Smith School of Business
Location
College Park, MD
Closing date
Oct 20, 2019

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Industry
Education
Function
Accountant, IT
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Academic Advisor, Office of Undergraduate Studies Position Number: 108263 Full-Time, Regular Exempt The University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business is seeking a well-qualified Academic Advisor to join the team in the Office of Undergraduate Studies. One of 13 schools and colleges located on the University of Maryland, College Park campus, the Smith School is a recognized leader in management research and education for the global economy. The school is consistently ranked among the world's top business schools by leading business publications such as Business Week, Financial Times, Economist and the Wall Street Journal. The Academic Advisor position will provide academic advising for students admitted to the Smith School's Undergraduate Program. This includes meeting with a caseload of advisees and administering various aspects of the caseload including performing degree audits, satisfactory progress reviews, degree clearances, transfer credit evaluation, etc. In addition, this position will be involved in participating and in some cases coordinating various activities for students enrolled in the Smith School's Undergraduate Program. The position also participates in new student orientations and other appropriate college and office functions and events. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required with one to three years of experience in academic advising in a higher education setting. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: ability to act as an advocate for both the student and the University; ability to encourage and empower undergraduate students to make their own decisions; proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Knowledge of academic policies and procedures in a higher education setting; knowledge and understanding of higher education, student development, and academic advising; ability to communicate effectively and work effectively as a member of an advising team. Familiarity with advising software (Advise on the Web, SIS, U-achieve, Degree Navigator, etc.) preferred. Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills; sensitivity to needs of a diverse student population including minority and international students. Preferred Qualifications : Master's degree or higher strongly preferred. The salary for this position will be in the low to mid $50's. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 22 Days Annual Leave; 15 Days Sick Leave; 3 Days Personal Leave; 15 Paid Holidays; Tuition Remission; Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage. When applying, please upload a PDF version of your cover letter, resume and list of references. For best consideration, please submit applications no later than October 23rd, 2019 at https://ejobs.umd.edu; however, the position will remain open until filled. Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No H1-B Visa sponsorship offered for this position . For more information about the University of Maryland, please visit www.maryland.edu . For information about the Robert H. Smith School of Business, visit our Web site at www.rhsmith.umd.edu . 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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