Sr Academic Advisor

Temple University

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$49,250–$65,000

SKILLS

Academic Advice, Auditing, Career Development, Cross-Functional, Design Services, Diversity, Documentation, Higher Education, Leadership, Mentoring, Performing Arts, Program Evaluation, Project/Program Management, Student Services, Training/Teaching Curriculum

LOCATION

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

POSTED

5 days ago

Temple University's Center for Performing & Cinematic Arts issearchingfora Senior Academic Advisor.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

A hybrid work schedule
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Grade: T26Salary Range: $49,250 - $65,000
Learnmoreaboutthe"T"salary structure here:

https://careers.temple.edu/sites/careers/files/documents/T_Salary_Structure.pdf

Position Summary:

The Senior Academic Advisor in the Center for Performing and Cinematic Arts (CPCA) provides leadership for various advising staff functions, including supervising Student Peer Advisors, taking a lead in training advisors, and assisting in evaluation of ongoing training needs. The Senior Academic Advisor serves as a mentor to advisors and other academic support positions to help ensure students receive effective advising services. Helps initiate and implement cross-functional student service initiative (i.e., supporting the integration of career/professional development with academic advising).

The Senior Academic Advisor engages in a variety of activities designed to achieve, maintain, and improve student success and retention, and provides students with access to the information and resources necessary for the attainment of academic, professional, and personal goals. Assists with the development and implementation of academic advising initiatives and procedures aimed at student success and retention. Assesses efficacy of online and in person initiatives and tracks data related to advising services and student success. Acts as an advocate and referral source and provides consistent outreach and follow-up services. The Senior Academic Advisor presents at orientations, group advising sessions, and workshops as assigned. Meets regularly with students across the Center's curricula individually to assist with academic planning, registration, degree completion, etc. Works to support the goal of increasing four-year graduation rates. Develops and manages CPCA orientation programming, using assessment to improve outreach and efficacy. Senior Academic Advisor must understand student development theories and will respond to changing trends in the first year and transfer student population. Conducts routine academic audits and maintains accurate documentation. Works collegially with faculty, staff, and students to disseminate information regarding curricular requirements, academic policy, and other related information. Represents the advising unit at assigned college meetings/events and represents the unit and the Center at assigned university meetings and events; supports the Center's mission.

Performs other duties as assigned

CPCA is committed to building a diverse, vibrant educational community grounded in appreciation for the arts, others, open-mindedness, and respect. Academic Advisors are expected to respect the diversity of our students, not only in terms of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and political views, but also in terms of their career aspirations. Read more here: https://www.temple.edu/life-temple/diversity-and-inclusivity

At Temple, we value what makes each employee unique and strive to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusion. As an employee, you will enjoy our collaborative team-based culture that values innovation and creativity.

This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

Required Education & Experience:

Master's degree and three (3) or more year's relevant experience. At least two (2) years academic advising experience in a higher education academic setting. Demonstrated leadership/project management and/or training design experience.

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Sr Academic Advisor

Temple University

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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