Graduate Student Academic Advisor & Certification Specialist

Full-Time/Staff/ ExemptWORK SCHEDULEMonday through Friday, specific hours may varyJOB SUMMARYThe Graduate Student Academic Advisor and Certification Specialist provides critical support for a variety of different programs: Boot Camp, Master of Arts in Administration of Special Education (MAAASE), Master of Arts in Educational Leadership (MAEL), Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), Master of Organizational Leadership (MOL) and Master of Science in Instructional Design Technology (MSIDT). Job responsibilities include extensive communication with prospective students, program directors, the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE), as well as other offices on campus.RESPONSIBILITIESEssential Functions:Provide academic advising for prospective and current Graduate Studies students in assigned programs from program acceptance through graduationDevelop a degree plan that includes core courses required for the degree and a plan for meeting any additional hours needed to graduate.Monitor academic progress and work proactively to promote learner successPrograms currently include Boot Camp, MAASE, MAEL, MAT, MOL, and MSIDTServe as the Certification Specialist for MAASE, MAEL and Alt Cert learners:Communicate with the OSDE for Boot Camp, MAASE and Alt Cert.Collect information for course completion, verification, certification related letters for BootCamp, MAASE and Alt Cert.Maintain spreadsheet tracking academic progress, certification, adds/drops and program changes.Administrative Duties:Create and submit group calendars to appropriate offices as neededManage applicants’ Recruit accounts to accept and enroll them as a studentUse CRM to track applications and maintain communication with potential and accepted studentsProcess add/drop/Extraordinary Circumstance forms as necessaryAssist with the organization of and communication related to MAASE, MAEL, MAT, MOL, and MSIDT events, including orientation, workshops, and CommencementPrepare monthly conferment list for registrar's officeProvide budget management assistance for Boot Camp, MAASE, MAEL and MATManage and report textbook changes for each Boot Camp and cohortCommunicate with instructors if grades or attendance information is neededServe as the primary contact for KDP and organize membership activitiesProcess CCOSA student membershipsIdentify and resolve student issues through collaborative problem solvingAssist with program advisory boardsRecruiting efforts:Attend Conferences (register, set up & tear down, shop for supplies, etc.)Maintain communication with school district personnel for networking, awareness, event participation, and student recruitmentRecruit BAE and Alt Cert students to program pipelineBoot Camp:Collect information for and send out Boot Camp related letters for OSDECoordinate with PGS Marketing to promote BootcampsProvide instructor recommendationsCoordinate textbook/resource acquisition for learnersAttend and assist with set up for the first and last Bootcamp sessionsAssist Adjunct instructors with setting up SNU’s EdPlanOther responsibilities:Additional duties as assigned by leadershipRequired Qualifications:Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. According to SNU policy, all faculty and staff must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ centered community.As an institution of the Church of the Nazarene, applicants must understand and embrace the biblical principle that all people are created in the image of God and should be treated with dignity and respect, including a belief in equal opportunity to work, contribute, and flourish without discrimination.Bachelor degreeExperience working educationMinimum of two years of related work experience and/or relevant trainingStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to prioritize multiple demands in fast-paced work environmentExperience with various computer software applicationsAbility to travel with possible overnight staysPreferred Qualifications:Master’s degreeExperience in teaching/teaching certificationExperience in higher educationAbility to use technology/computer systems and work in Recruit, Advise, and Colleague CRMsSupervision Received:Receives supervision and work assignments from a designated supervisor, although other staff members in the unit may provide work direction.Apply Online for this position at Southern Nazarene CareersBenefitsGenerous benefit structure including family health insurance plan (shared cost), long term disability, dental insurance, group life insurance, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southern Nazarene University