Position Details

Position Title
Professional Academic Advisor

Pay Grade Level
E-3

FLSA
Exempt

Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, health savings accounts, Michigan Public School Employees Retirement Systems or TIAA 401(a) 12% employer contribution, TIAA 403(b), generous sick and vacation time, paid holidays, modified summer schedule, YMCA membership, Wellness Program, tuition reimbursement and professional development support.

Department
Advising

Campus Location
Escanaba

Min Salary
$44,585

Max Salary
$55,731

FTE
1.0

Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time

Position Type
Staff

Job Summary/Basic Function

Professional Advisor responsibilities include orienting students regarding admissions, placement testing, registration processes, policies, procedures, resources, and programs; reviewing academic records, placement tests, and other standardized test results with students in order to develop course selections consistent with their career choices and degree requirements; and developing a term-by-term schedule and an outline of a program of study.

The professional advisor works closely with students’ faculty advisors to develop an academic plan for graduation from Bay College, transfer to another institution, or secure employment after attending Bay. The Professional Advisor supports students by facilitating supplemental assistance from other departments across campus such as Financial Aid, Counseling Services, Accessibility, etc. and provides proactive outreach with students at risk of not returning to Bay each semester to ensure educational goals are met. This position also manages the students’ academic plans in the Advising Module of the student information system.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, leadership or a related field
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in customer service, student services or a professional office setting
Knowledge and ability to work with a wide range of students
Strong organizational skills
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
Proficient in technology usage including Microsoft Office applications, collaboration tools, and other related systems
Ability to establish good working relationships with students, faculty, and the community at large
Candidate must have reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in academic, holistic, or financial aid advising
Strong commitment to student retention
Ability or knowledge in working with student information systems, specifically in the area of degree audit and advising systems
Three years experience in advising, preferably academic advising at a community college, or related work experience
Experience with the transfer process and general education requirements

Months Per Year
12

Hours Worked Per Week
40

Work Schedule
Typical working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including a one-hour lunch break. As this is a student-centered, front-facing role, the selected candidate is expected to be physically present at their assigned campus during working hours.