This position serves as Academic Advisor II for the Master of Science in Information Systems and Operations Management (MSISOM), Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA), and Combination Degree (CD) programs in the Hough Graduate School of Business. More specifically, this position will provide academic advisement and support services for current and prospective graduate students in the ISOM Department. Overall, the academic advisors are responsible for providing general information and academic counseling. This includes, but is not limited to, orientation, probation, admissions and monitoring graduation progress. Knowledge of the student records system is required. A successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Minimum qualifications: Master’s degree in education, counseling, or an academic field directly related to the advisor’s area of responsibility; or a bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, or an academic field directly related to the advisor’s area of responsibility and one year of relevant experience. This position reports to the MSISOM Director.
| Classification Title: | Academic Advisor II |
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| Job Description: | Student Advising for the MSISOM and MSBA Programs - Counsels with students to provide academic and general information to current and prospective students interested in MSISOM majors and certificates.
- This includes areas of course schedules and registration, tracking, probation, career coaching, and the petitions process.
- Will work with students during advising appointments.
- Will be available for walk-in and virtual advising.
- Will respond to e-mail for advising.
- Maintain academic files.
- Communicate with campus advisors regarding student progress for combination degree and/or traditional master’s degree students.
- Process forms for all combination degree and/or traditional master’s degree students.
- Meet with students to develop academic plans or timelines and advise them on program requirements, policies, and deadlines.
- Conduct degree audits for all graduating students.
- Handle curricular practical training (CPT) and optional practical training (OPT) paperwork for international students who pursue off campus internships or temporary employment.
- Maintain academic probation reporting.
- Communication academic probation expectations and track student progress.
- Manage student academic tracking tools to assist with student retention.
Admissions and Incoming Student Support - Assist admissions with application review if needed. Aids in interviewing potential students. This may involve travel and/or interviews via zoom.
- Makes admission decisions and updates in the applicant/student database and in in SLATE if applicable.
- Prepares admission letters and emails them to students.
- Sends information to new students regarding preparing for the program, registration, and orientation.
- Answers questions or refer applicants/new students to other offices for answers regarding the certificate of financial responsibility, housing, the I-20, immunization requirements, health insurance and registration/holds, etc.
- Aids in delivering information sessions on the program.
- Coordinates the logistical aspects of orientation each semester, including aiding in planning the agenda, reserving the locale, ordering catering, facilitating presenters, and presenting academic requirements.
- Handles the logistics of all preparatory courses and workshops each Fall and Spring.
- Reports the estimated head count to the instructors so that they can plan sections accordingly.
- Makes recommendation to offer additional sections if necessary.
- Works on site during the days of the course (this might include weekends).
Student Services - Serve as liaison to student organizations associated with the MSISOM Program.
- Serve as advisor to student ambassadors. This may include overseeing programming and meetings, as well as assisting with purchasing needs.
- Assist with logistics for department led student award ceremonies (merit achievement, commencement, etc.)
- Manage program led student wellness initiatives to promote self-awareness and connect students to the appropriate university resources.
- Aids in delivering professional development programs for the students as needed.
Normal Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Occasional evening and weekend events and travel for recruitment purposes if needed. |
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| Expected Salary: | $55,000 |
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| Minimum Requirements: | Master’s degree in education, counseling, or an academic field directly related to the advisor’s area of responsibility; or a bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or an academic field directly related to the advisor’s area of responsibility and one year of relevant experience. |
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| Preferred Qualifications: | A successful candidate will have the following skills: knowledge of the student records system, excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment. |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: | In order to be considered, you must upload a cover letter and your resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. |
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| Health Assessment Required: | No |
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Source : University of Florida
