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Radford, VA | United States

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Job Summary:

Radford University invites applicants for an Academic Advisor position. The Academic Advisor will provide appropriate and effective academic advising to students in the Radford University Tartan Transfer partnership program and Radford exploratory students. The position responsibilities include assessment and evaluation of academic abilities and goals, and advising of students regarding academic programs and changes, developing academic plans and class schedules, assisting students in major, minor, and career exploration, and presenting academic information to prospective new student groups (including both students and families). This position will be responsible for analyzing applications, completing transfer evaluations, reviewing transcripts for advising purposes, and maintaining appropriate records (including the utilization of the university's online student engagement tools). Communicating effectively with campus partners, advisors, community college partners, and sustaining an environment of academic and professional excellence for students, faculty, and staff is a must. The Academic Advisor supports student life, learning, and success through student advocacy, academic coaching, customer service, campus and community referrals, student and faculty engagement, and institutional outreach. The Academic Advisor also collaborates regularly with the office of Admissions and Enrollment management as well as all university departments to ensure student advocacy and a sense of belonging within the university, as well as support student retention and persistence endeavors.

Radford University is a comprehensive public university that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, undergraduate research opportunities, innovative use of technology in the learning environment, and vibrant student life, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. Radford University offers robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on its beautiful main campus on the New River in Radford, in Roanoke through Radford University at Carilion, and across Southwest Virginia at various sites. The University offers over 70 bachelor's degrees, 28 master's programs, and six doctoral programs. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men's and women's varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in planning and implementing programming for new students, student and faculty engagement and persistence activities.
• Experience in making independent judgments, analyzing, and solving problems, managing multiple tasks, working independently as a self-starter.
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, interpersonal, organizational, customer service, and time management skills.
• Proficient with current office software such as Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to work empathetically with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Bachelor's degree and equivalent experience in education, counseling, student personnel, or higher ed admissions, enrollment, or recruiting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's or advanced Degree
• Academic advising experience in a higher education setting
• Course transfer evaluation experience
• Experience with the VCCS system
• Knowledge of student recruitment and retention issues
• Experience interpreting, applying university, state and federal policies/procedures.
• Previous experience/knowledge working with Banner, Starfish, and similar systems.

Work Location: Radford

Posting Number: AP00379P

Position Number: FA5370

Department: Academic Success Center-11029

Application Review Date: 12/04/2023

About Radford University

Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Radford University is committed to creating and supporting a highly productive, diverse and qualified workforce. As one of the largest employers in the region, Radford University seeks employees who support teaching, research and the public service mission of the university.

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