Academic Advisor

Transfer Support, CoE Peer Mentor Program). The EAC's mission is to empower new undergraduate students to take ownership of their academic and personal development, connect with resources and opportunities, and transition into the Michigan Engineering community. Our team of professional staff and peer advisors works with faculty, staff, and students across the College and University to help CoE students get off to a strong start. As an Academic Advisor, you will be the primary advisor for a cohort of first-year and undeclared CoE students. In addition to individual and group advising, you may coordinate one or more EAC-affiliated programs, plan events, participate in assessment and evaluation, build relationships with campus partners, and contribute to EAC strategic initiatives. We are looking for candidates with a creative and collaborative spirit and a deep commitment to supporting students, particularly those from underserved groups. We strive to create an office culture that promotes a healthy balance between work and life. For more information about the EAC, visit https://advising.engin.umich.edu/ You will report to the EAC Director. (70%) Student Advising and Support Advise first-year and undeclared students with in-person/phone/video appointments and email on topics such as course selection and registration, major/career exploration, degree requirements, experiential learning opportunities, academic success strategies, University and College policies, and academic and personal resources Use advising technology to schedule appointments, review transcripts/degree audits/early warning grades, and record advising notes Track the progress of specific populations (e.g., students on probation) and provide proactive advising Present degree requirements and support resource information to students at orientation (20%) Strategic Initiatives and Program Support Coordinate all aspects of one or more EAC programs or strategic initiatives Design, promote, and implement program-related events Assist the EAC team with planning and executing large and small events (10%) Professional Development Keep up to date with relevant advising practice and research Attend workshops and conferences to maintain an awareness of advising best practices Academic Advisor Intermediate: Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and 2+ years of related advising or student affairs experience Academic Advisor Associate: Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and 1+ years of related advising or student affairs experience Experience using strong interpersonal, speaking, and writing skills Demonstrated commitment to holistic student support Ability to occasionally work irregular hours (evenings and weekends) Depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate, this position may be filled at the Intermediate or Associate level. Associate level salary range: $54,000 to $56,500 Intermediate level salary range: $58,000 - $66,000 May occasionally require work during nights and weekends. This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the University Staff United (USU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment. The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.