Academic Advisor-Brooks College of Health
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Jacksonville, FL
POSTED
30+ days ago
This Academic Advisor position supports students pursuing pre-health and prospective nursing majors under the supervision of Student Success Advising designated for Brooks College of Health (BCH) majors.
Job Function:
Academic Advisors serve as a resource to all prospective and current students within the College (undergraduate and
post-baccalaureate).Academic advisors are required to be familiar with overall Department of Education and Board of Trustees policies and procedures that govern the matriculation process (e.g., general education, Gordon Rule, transfer admissions requirements, registration processes, class scheduling, graduation, etc.)as well as appropriate student referral sources (e.g., academic support services, career services) to facilitate student success. Academic Advisors perform the following duties:
- Provide individual and group academic advising across all modalities including in person and via phone and virtual platforms, as appropriate.
- Assist in specialized admissions education and processing, where applicable.
- Assist in probation and suspension decisions and other scheduled administrative functions associated with the academic calendar as needed.
- Assist in program reviews and provide college data as needed.
- Prepare productivity reports.
- Assist in the development of programs that increase persistence rates of undergraduate students while tracking and enhancing graduation rates.
- Recommend and provide input on academic policies and procedures that impact student persistence and graduation rates.
- Assist with NCAA compliance regulations pertaining to advising.
- Serve as a resource and student liaison to academic department chairpersons, the Deans office and other student support service departments on campus (e.g., Enrollment Services, Dean of Students, Graduate School, Career Services, other UNF advising offices).
- Assist in the development and distribution of marketing materials describing offerings across undergraduate and graduate programs.
- Represent the College at various recruitment events throughout the year.
- May be asked to assist in the development of recruitment plans for undergraduate programs.
- May be asked to serve on College or University committees, as appropriate.
- During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job related duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence.
- Other duties as assigned
Additional duties nursing career advising:
- Provide academic advisement on nursing program admission and graduation requirements.
- Host Pre-Health and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) informational sessions, workshops, and site visits.
- Monitor student progress and recommend strategies for timely degree completion.
- Track and report data relevant to the School of Nursing (SON).
- Assist with the SON admission process.
- Advise students on alternative pathways within the health professions if not admitted to the Nursing program.
- Serve as a liaison with SON administration to ensure alignment and support for student success.
Departmental Requirements
The Academic Advisor position requires exceptional self-motivation and interpersonal skills. Must possess a professional demeanor and be receptive to change as the university and department grows. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
Required Qualifications:
A Master's degree from an acceptable accredited institution in a directly related area of specialization; or a Bachelor's degree from an acceptable accredited institution and two years of experience directly related to the job functions.
The followin documents must be uploaded within the position application. Failure to upload any of the required documents may prevent a candidate from being considered for an interview.
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
- Submit a brief Statement of Teaching/Advising Philosophy (describe your
personal approach to teaching and/or advising).
- List 3 Professional References: Name, Email, Phone Number
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