"Academic Advisor for the Sinclair School of Nursing"

Hiring Department

School of Nursing

Job Description

The Sinclair School of Nursing has an opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting and serving as a primary resource for students and appreciates the integral role quality academic advising plays in their success. Our consistently top-ranked nursing school cultivates world-class nurses, educators and researchers and is part of the university’s academic health center. The philosophy of the MU Sinclair School of Nursing places emphasis on the individual student’s development as a person as well as a nurse. As an academic advisor, you will be part of a committed and high-performing team that embraces this philosophy by striving to provide an inclusive environment where all students feel welcome and receive guidance and advice on navigating toward their academic goals. The academic advisor will:

• Advise and encourage undergraduate students on a variety of academic issues such as course planning, academic challenges, and interpreting policies and procedures.
• Initiate and maintain contact with students regarding academic progress.
• Develop and present plans to students for setting and obtaining academic goals, career selection, and personal development.
• Monitor and update student degree audits.
• Assist students with course registration.
• Participate in on-and off-campus student recruitment events when needed.
• Provide active referrals to other campus offices and resources.
• May mentor student workers.

Shift

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Empathetic, positive, and professional disposition. Strong communication and organization skills. The following experience is not required but a plus: Working in a university academic advising setting, With course registration software, e.g. PeopleSoft, Banner, etc., With calendar management and early alert systems, e.g. Starfish

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $42,000 - $45,000 Grade: GGS 08 University Title: ACADEMIC ADVISOR

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.