Academic Advisor I 528066 at The University of Alabama

Pay Grade/Pay Range:Minimum: $44200 - Midpoint: $55300 (Salaried E6)Department/Organization:206401 - School Of AccountancyNormal Work Schedule:Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pmJob Summary:The Academic Advisor I provides guidance to University students on academic progress courses University resources etc. Identifies courses to be completed in upcoming semesters. Explains University and College policies. May teach compass course as needed.Additional Department Summary:Advises undergraduate students with academic schedules registration and degree progress issues. Meets with prospective students and parents providing guidance and information on the School of Accountancy campus life student involvement etc. Represents the school at student orientation and recruiting events. Oversees various programs and activities for current and former students in the college. Responsibilities also include class scheduling and meeting various departmental needs (i.e. teaching accounting specific professional development courses assisting with events).Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelors degree or higher.Skills and Knowledge:Demonstrate sensitivity to needs of a population from various backgrounds. Excellent oral and written communication skills including public speaking skills. Advising with a focus on exploration adjustment and student success. Ability to interpret student needs and determine appropriate recommendations and referrals. Knowledge of the theory principles and practices related to academic advising or ability to gain knowledge in these areas. Ability to collaborate with campus partners. Computer skills to include word processing spreadsheet and/or database management. Good planning coordinating and organizing skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to read and interpret policies and procedures.Preferred Qualifications:Masters degree preferred due to the responsibilities of this position. Relevant experience with Banner and DegreeWorks are highly desired.Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOCsKnow Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegalposter.Required Experience:Unclear Seniority Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Organizational skills,Communication skills,Athenahealth,Data Collection,Ellucian,Academic Advising,Peoplesoft,Teaching,Mentoring,Public Speaking,Word Processing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1