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Apply for Job Job ID361380 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyStudent Services Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9702AA Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job The Office of Undergraduate Education in the College of Liberal Arts (CLA) is seeking an Academic Advisor for the President's Emerging Scholars Program. (CLA PES) is a four-year program that serves students who have demonstrated the potential to succeed academically at the University, but whose high school academic records suggest participation the Program will ensure a smooth transition to college and their successful development as student scholars. PES offers tailored advising, peer mentoring, and diverse engagement opportunities to foster student development and academic achievement. Aligned with our mission, the CLA PES Program aims to enhance student connections within the university and the college, facilitate timely major selection, and provide career exploration avenues. As part of CLA Student Services, PES offers personalized advising, workshops, and a first-year experience curriculum to address academic needs and enrich student experiences. PES academic advisors participate in three major areas of responsibility: advising, program operation, and professional growth. Advisors provide students with a balance of support and challenge, engaging in a professional practice that is highly contextualized, nuanced, and responsive to the individual learner's preparation, ability, and interests. Great emphasis is placed on expanded multicultural competence, in line with the broader university and college goals of diversity and inclusion. Furthermore, advisors are responsive to collegiate and university goals in the areas of retention and timely student progress. Academic advisors are expected to perform a range of advising activities, provide significant contributions toward program development, and continuing professional development. The academic advisor is expected to gain a thorough familiarity with the subject matter within the degree programs represented by the student community and with the liberal education requirements in order to advise students regarding curricular planning and academic progress. Responsibilities Academic Advising (Level 2: 80% | Level 3: 75% | Level 4: 70%) Maintain a professional advising caseload of CLA students (with a mix of students in all four years of progress, and in a variety of majors/minors) Utilizing the operative model positioned at the intersection of development and learning, drawing on multiple theoretical perspectives in the professional literature (for example, self-authorship, appreciative advising, social justice counseling, strengths-based advising, high-impact educational practices) to provide appropriate challenge and support to each assigned student as needed to facilitate the student's having a successful academic experience. This includes helping students get progressively more sophisticated in their decision-making about current academic plans and eventual post-graduation plans, including careers. Help students assess program options in relation to their strengths, interests, and abilities. Incorporate interpersonal, multicultural, and communication skills to build rapport with students to create a productive working relationship between the student and the advisor. Demonstrate and advance the value of a liberal arts education. Articulate comprehensive knowledge about the curriculum, academic programs (majors, minors, and certificates), degree requirements, and engagement options (study abroad, service learning, internships, and research). Apply this knowledge and understanding to student interactions with the goal of furthering student success. Encourage students' utilization of the college's and the university's academic support and engagement resources to maximize their undergraduate experience. Conduct timely outreach to students as needs arise, uti izing the college's electronic alert system. Generate individual student outreach strategies to foster students' degree progress. Conduct analytic review of student records to certify students' academic standing in relation to academic probation, suspension, and degree completion to develop retention strategies. Uphold the integrity of academic and curricular policies established by the University and the College. To best uphold the integrity of the degree and serve the values these policies are meant to advance, exercise informed judgment to apply exceptions when warranted. Responsive to College and University goals in a dynamic environment, including outcomes related to retention, timely degree completion, support to students in academic difficulty, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and participation in key engagement opportunities. Programming and Teaching: (Level 2: 10% | Level 3: 10% | Level 4: 10%) Develop specialized programming focused on retention and development throughout the academic year. Teach assigned sections of introductory courses specifically designed for PES students (CLA 1005 - Fall semester; CLA 2005 - Spring Semester). Work with the coordinator to assess and make appropriate adjustments to the courses and work with teaching assistants to ensure success. Participation in Programs and Initiatives (Level 2: 5% | Level 3: 10% | Level 4: 15%) Develop and conduct unit and co-curricular programs such as orientation, first-year experience, second-year experience, commencement, workshops, parent programming, and student employment. Participate in unit, collegiate, and university events and initiatives, such as review of scholarship applications, prospective student programming, and career and internship events. Identify and report on issues that may impede student progress, such as concerns about course availability or lack of appropriate academic programs to match student interests. Suggest recommendations for changes to academic programs, policies, and procedures that would enhance students' progress and satisfaction. Collect, summarize, and evaluate data related to trends and make recommendations for improved student service. Service and Engagement in the field of Academic Advising (Level 2: 5% | Level 3: 5% | Level 4: 5%) Stay abreast of current trends and philosophies in academic advising, student support and retention strategies. Engage in scholarly or creative activities in the professional relevant areas by one or more of the following: membership in professional associations; attendance at workshops, seminars and conferences; writing and publishing articles for internal e-newsletters and professional journals. Participate in professional development events and activities in the unit, College, University, and/or broader community. Service on unit, College, or University committees as requested Appointment: .80 12-month Academic Professional, annual-renewable based on funding and performance. We are currently hiring advisors in any of the three levels (9702AA, 9703AA, 9704AA) depending on your qualifications. Salary Ranges: 9702AA Level 2: $47,725- $48,750 9703AA... For full info follow application link. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.