Academic Advisor

Academic Advisor

Reporting to the Director, Academic Advising the Academic Advisor is responsible for providing academic and career advising to a variety of students. The advisor is a resource for all Rivier students as they plan their academic experience and intended career path.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide academic and career advising for students by meeting individually and in groups at orientation programs and throughout the year.
• Assist students with decisions about majors and the process of declaring/changing majors, guide students during course enrollment periods, provide information on academic support resources and help students develop a responsible approach to academic planning.
• Provide career counseling/coaching to students at all levels individually and in groups.
• Assist students to identify interests and abilities.
• Facilitate career development workshops, introduce students to career resources, review resumes and job search correspondence, guide students through graduate and professional school options and guide students how to make effective choices.
• Create, organize, and support major Career Development Center events such as career fairs, internship programs, graduate, and professional school fairs and various first year orientation events.
• Collaborate with faculty and Academic Affairs for the most current information for students and a continuous feedback loop to benefit students.
• Contribute to efforts related to outcomes assessment of student learning and evaluation of programs and services.
• Support institutional, divisional and department mission and goals.
• Participate in planning and serve on committees/task force groups and engage in professional development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in student personnel administration, higher education, or a related field is required.
• Possess knowledge of the principles, practices used in academic advising, career development and career counseling and a willingness to obtain additional training related to performing position duties.
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Experience with group facilitation, program presentation and teaching.
• A minimum of 1-3 years professional experience in a higher education setting is preferred.
• Self-starter, ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to advocate for and support the academic, personal, and professional needs of the University.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and staff and maintain collegial relations.
• Flexibility and adaptability in an emerging and changing environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.
• Computer skills and proficiency with a variety of computer applications including word-processing, and reporting platforms, as well as online calendaring and email (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CAMS and Canvas).

Applicants should apply online and include a cover letter along with resume/CV. All applications and nominations will be considered highly confidential. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Rivier University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran or marital status, sex sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability in admission or access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs and activities.