Undergrad Academic Advisor

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Months Per Year: 12

Employment Status: Full-Time

Work Model: Hybrid Available

Seattle University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who learn, live and work at Seattle University.

Position Description

Seattle University has an exciting, dynamic opportunity for an Undergraduate Academic Advisor to join our community. This position works as part of a team to successfully move students toward degree completion through a holistic approach. Major responsibilities include: providing individual and group advising for current and prospective students, acting as a liaison to other campus departments, planning and implementing student events, and contributing to the administrative functions of the academic advising office.

This position has an anticipated start date in September.

Essential Functions:

• Advising students on academic matters, including curriculum issues, study abroad planning, University policies and procedures.
• Facilitates students’ educational goals, selection of majors, career discernment, and professional development.
• Providing referrals to campus resources for academic, personal and health issues.
• Monitoring and intervening to support the academic progress of assigned students, particularly those on academic probation.
• Develops and produces written resources as requested.
• Provides student problem-solving support during registration, including collection and processing of closed class requests each quarter
• Assisting with the interview, selection, and training process of Graduate Assistants and New Student Mentors.
• Assisting with the planning and set-up of Albers events.
• Participate in and present at Transfer and First Time in College (FTIC) student orientations throughout the year.
• Participates in internal and external professional development and training opportunities.
• Represent Albers Advising on University committees, such as the Academic Advising Network

Marginal Job Functions:

• Participates in events for prospective and current students and families; creates and conducts presentations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and two years work experience in higher education student services or an
  equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Must be able to work occasional weekends and evenings as assigned.
  
• Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher.
  
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and handle interruptions in a fast-paced office environment.
  
• Possess excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
  
• Skilled in presenting to large groups of students and colleagues.
  
• Work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  
• Resourceful in navigating campus and communicating with various campus departments.
  
• Strong customer service skills along with the ability to work with a diverse student population, faculty and staff.
  
• All candidates must show a demonstrated commitment to diversity and the university’s mission, vision, and values.

Preferred Qualification:

• Master’s degree in higher education, counseling, or other relevant field preferred. General knowledge of undergraduate business and economics curriculum and issues.

Application Instructions

Please attach a cover letter with your resume when applying. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.

Compensation at a Glance:

Salary Range: $48,000 - $56,000

Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate’s gender or any other protected status.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your total compensation package.

Benefits at a Glance:

Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/