"Education Advisor"

Education Advisor

Recruitment #: S2579
Review Date: Open | Open until filled
Department: College of Education
Salary Rate: $47,858 - $48,563

Position Summary:

The Education Advisor serves the Division of Education and Leadership and current and future education majors by providing initial information about program requirements, including coursework, experiences, and dispositions necessary to become an effective educator. The Education Advisor works as a team member with other education advisors, the academic programs in the division of Education and Leadership, and within the structures of the College of Education. The Education Advisor will also collaborate and coordinate support and services with community college partners to effectively serve future Western education majors currently enrolled at Oregon community colleges.

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Required Qualifications:

Please ensure your application materials clearly demonstrate how you meet the following:

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and databases 1-2 years
• Advising students academically in a higher education setting 1-2 years
• Recruiting students for undergraduate programs 1-2 years
• Presenting information in public settings to faculty, staff, students, parents, and community members 1-2 years
• Building connections and partnerships within and outside the institution 1-2 years
• Working collaboratively with a team to track and manage processes 1-2 years
• Driving to off-site locations 1-2 years

How to Apply:

Please upload the following required materials within the application portal. Applications missing any of the required documents will not move forward for consideration. Please include only the materials listed below: 1. WOU Employment Application form available here - unclassified/faculty 2. Cover Letter that outlines your qualifications and how they align with the position 3. Resume/CV 4. Unofficial transcripts for your highest degree earned 5. Complete and submit the Reference Check form, available here along with your application

Benefits:

Western Oregon University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees which includes 95% premium paid healthcare, a generous retirement and vacation package, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities. http://www.wou.edu/hr/benefits/