Educational Advisor - College of Education

Evaluate educational credentials to determine academic needs relevant to applicable program requirements; Communicate and confer with Graduate Admissions and with Program Director and Registration Manager on student status and resolution of any problems; Monitor student progress during the onboarding process and counsel students accordingly; Register students for their first semester of coursework, making updates as necessary to align to licensure objectives and requirements; Coordinate, manage, and implement orientation programs for all incoming candidates in collaboration with Graduate Admissions; Manage and maintain various project management databases (Access student database, Excel student database, textbook database, Enrollment Tracker, Enrollment Projection system Manage information tracking for SACSCOC Continuous Improvement Plan (CIP) and be able to produce defined reports as needed (CIP data Prepare written correspondence and reports as needed; Create and maintain student files; Provide clear and concise communication to incoming candidates and faculty; Transition candidates from non-degree to MED/Ed.S. programs and manage candidates who become degree-seeking through completion of that process, including appropriate and required forms; Initiate and track licensure paperwork with the state; Manage databases for state and national reports; Advise students regarding class registration per cohort group (class titles, faculty assignment, etc.) per semester; Provide continued registration process assistance where needed; Recommend and monitor appropriate tuition discounts; Liaise among staff, faculty, Directors, Dean, or other administrative offices and candidates; and Advise and counsel enrolled students with a high level of service to promote student retention; Evaluate, propose, and implement modifications to the student onboarding process, as needed.

Salary: $45,000-$45,900

• 12 months experience developing and implementing onboarding/orientation programs for new employees or new students
• Bachelor's degree in Management or closely related field