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UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - PARKSIDE Academic and Career Advisor in KENOSHA, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 20894 JOB DETAILS: The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a dynamic learning community grounded in academic excellence and focused on student success, diversity, inclusion and community engagement. One of 13 four-year institutions within the University of Wisconsin System, Parkside provides an educational value to our students that\'s unparalleled. An affordable, high-quality education is an investment in one\'s future, and we believe the cost of an education should not prevent any student from achieving his or her educational and professional goals. UW-Parkside is a great place to start or enhance your career. The campus is nestled in 700 acres of woodland and prairie and two miles west of Lake Michigan in Kenosha, WI. At Parkside we offer competitive pay and benefits, as well an engaging and supportive work environment. Parkside is a community that\'s easy to call home. Find out why. Position Title: Academic and Career Advisor Academic and Career Advisors provide high quality academic advising and career development assistance to UW-Parkside students, transfer students, and prospective students. Academic and Career Advisors assist students in transitioning to the University, assess academic skills, explore academic and career options, and partner with advisees to develop individualized plans for academic success. The Academic & Career Advisor partners with specific academic departments, developing collaborative relationships with faculty and staff to best serve students pursuing degrees within an area of responsibility. Academic and Career Advisors are instrumental in fostering an inclusive and engaged campus community in support of academic excellence, student success, retention, and program completion. Employment Type: Full-time, exempt, Non-Instructional Academic Staff Reports To: The Academic and Career Advisor will report to Assistant Director of Academic Advising Key Job Responsibilities: Receives, processes, and responds to academic inquiries according to established policies and procedures Serves as a main point of contact for students and provides information about educational options and academic requirements; assists with identifying and assessing interests, skills, and values to match appropriate field of study/career options, and refers students to appropriate institutional resources Maintains confidentiality and accurate student records and processes and responds to academic inquiries according to established institutional and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) policies Maintains expertise with advised curriculum and may assist in developing and recommending exceptions for policy and curriculum Proactively engages students as needed Participates in the campus-wide advising community providing input to leadership regarding the development of advising, recruitment, and co/curricular programs offered TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 6/11/2024 are ensured full consideration; position is open until filled Please be sure you have included: Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position Resume References If you have application questions call or email: Amber Marzette (262)595-2042 marzetta@uwp.edu For additional details and to apply, visit the following website and search for Job ID 20894: www.careers.wisconsin.edu ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifications: Ideal candidates will minimally possess the following qualifications: Minimum bachelor\'s degree from an accredited institution of higher education One or more years of professional or practicum/internship experience in advising, teaching, counseling or related field ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.careers.wisconsin.edu