Biological Sciences Advising & Accommodation Support Coordinator

Advising (30%) Maintain advising appointment hours for Ecology and Evolutionary Biology majors and minors and meet with students individually for course planning, releases, declarations, or any advising-related questions or concerns Provide support for Peer Advisors Train and support faculty advisors Advising Coordination & Outreach (20%) Conduct audit reviews and corrections; ensure that Program in Biology major and minor requirements are represented accurately in the LSA Degrees and Requirements pages Maintain and/or develop program guides for each major and minor, ensuring correct information is available online and in printed form. Follow up after faculty appointments to ensure required action is taken Oversee advising calendar and student appointment system. Conduct advising information sessions and participate in panel advising sessions as necessary Work closely with advising and departmental staff to coordinate student-focused, major-specific initiatives Maintain positive working relationships with LSA Advising, LSA Auditors, and other relevant constituencies Keep up to date with advising issues; advance advising skills through conferences, workshops, and continuing education Associate degree or equivalent and more than four years of experience Excellent writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills; must be attentive to detail Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative, independent judgment, and discretion Capable of analyzing and resolving complex requests and issues Extensive computer experience including Google Suite applications, e-mail, spreadsheets Well-organized; able to work well both independently and as part of a team Physical requirements An ability to move/transport objects weighing 10-25 lbs. Bachelor's Degree and progressively responsible work experience Student advising experience Knowledge of University policies, rules, and administrative procedures Familiarity with relevant university-based applications Demonstrated interest in ecology, evolutionary biology, biodiversity, conservation, sustainability, or related fields As one of the world's great liberal arts and sciences colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world. To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision . 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. The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. 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.