Job Description
The Academic Advisor has primary responsibility of advising and retention of business majors. Advisors will be supporting students from specific college programs. Advisors will additionally support university wide retention initiatives that supports all APSU students. Responsibilities Advise a caseload of business students to support their success at APSU. Be a proactive and constructive participant within an advising team dedicated to student success. Provide proactive advising using techniques such as motivational interviewing and appreciative advising framework. Support student retention by working with advisees in academic difficulty and recommending appropriate actions and resources. Utilize retention data to inform decisions on student advising initiatives Track and manage Academic Alerts on all assigned advisees. Assist students in the process of declaring or changing a major. Participate in retention initiatives sponsored by the department, college, or university. Help students understand university and degree requirements, interpret a degree evaluation, and develop a responsible approach to academic planning. Be knowledgeable of all business programs at the university; maintain awareness of and integrate revisions in departmental requirements. Support the College of Business Success Coordinator in planning the logistics and the advisement of students at Govs ROW. Assist with the coordination and delivery of workshops and classroom presentations regarding academic advisement. Represent the College of Business during campus events such as AP Day and campus college fairs. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and SungardHE Banner. Knowledge of university and degree requirements. Ability to work with diverse populations, to establish rapport with university students, and to interact with family members. Ability to maintain accurate files and records of student contacts, both electronically and on paper. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately, both verbally and in writing. Ability to work in a team environment as well as complete tasks individually. Ability to apply student development and career development theories. Commitment to keeping abreast of current advisement literature and practices. Knowledgeable of FERPA. Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited university Experience working in an educational and/or university setting. Ability to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends.. A background check will be required for the successful applicant. Sedentary Work: Capable of exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. About Us Austin Peay State University is a four-year public, doctoral-level university, with six colleges and four Chairs of Excellence. The University has an enrollment of over 11,000 students and is located in Clarksville, Tennessee, a community of an estimated 150,287 people located approximately 40 miles northwest of Nashville, TN. Austin Peay State University is a proud supporter of hiring veterans. We hire veterans with equivalent experiences and pay grades from their military service, rather than requiring or preferring only college degrees. Please visit our website for more information on how veterans can qualify for additional employment opportunities at APSU: . Austin Peay State University (APSU) prohibits discrimination in all employment, programs, and activities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. For Title IX inquiries or complaints, contact: Chief of Institutional Culture & Title IX Coordinator, LaNeeça R. Williams at williamslr@apsu.edu | 931-221-7690, Browning Building, Room 140, Clarksville, TN 37044. For other non-discrimination concerns, contact: Director of Title VI & VII Compliance, Sheila M. Bryant at bryantsm@apsu.edu | 931-221-7178 or Assistant Director of Accessibility Compliance, Jayme Dunn at dunnj@apsu.edu | 931-221-7160. View APSU's full nondiscrimination policy at Policy 6:001....level, whether you are just starting your career or have years of experience under your belt. WHAT YOULL DO: Operate crane under... ...unmatched experience servicing the chemical, power, refining, offshore, and oil & gas industries. As an equal opportunity employer...
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