Academic Coordinator/ Advisor
Washington State University

Job Info

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Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2021-10-19
Req: R-2634

Title:

1484-NN - Academic Coordinator/Advisor 1

Business Title:

Academic Coordinator/ Advisor

Location:

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional

Job Family:

Administrative Professional - Not OT Eligible

Position Details:

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor's Proclamation 21-14.1, as a condition of employment, all WSU employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation no later than October 18, 2021. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Vaccine or an approved accommodation for new employees will be verified no later than October 18, 2021. If the effective date of appointment is October 18, 2021 or later vaccine or approved accommodation status will be verified prior to first day of employment. Please reach out to Human Resource Services (HRS) at hrs@wsu.edu or 509-335-4521 if you have questions regarding this.

Summary of Duties:

The Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture is searching for an Academic Coordinator/Advisor to work in the schools of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) and Mechanical and Materials Engineering (MME). The primary responsibility of the position is to carry an academic advising load reflecting a diverse undergraduate student population and to provide support and education to enhance each student's learning experience at WSU.

The majority of the duties include, but are not limited to, assisting students with course scheduling and registration; developing individual academic plans and educating students in the areas of academic planning; interpretation of degree, department, school, college and university requirements; career exploration and other related matters; counseling non-VCEA students about possible admission to academic programs; and providing academic planning advice for prospective transfer students.

The position has additional duties outside of student advisement. The additional duties may include participating in program development for academic advising; logistical coordination of events, meetings, summer programs and short courses; maintaining program and course data; coordinating with faculty on curriculum updates; developing educational and recruitment materials; website updates; conducting web-based surveys and tabulating data; coordination of exit interviews for students; and collecting and organizing materials for meeting accreditation requirements, supervision of clerical assistant, purchasing for student projects, proctoring, recruiting at local community colleges.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of full-time academic advising experience at a college or university or related education/experience. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‐for‐year basis.

• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated experience with computer software and programs, specifically the Microsoft Office suite, and ability to learn new software and programs quickly.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and positively in a diverse team environment.

• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in related field.

• Knowledge of curriculum management practices, processes and policies.

• Knowledge of university computing systems such as the myWSU Advising Module, Student Success Collaborative, and Oracle Business Intelligence (OBIEE).

• Demonstrated ability to extrapolate and tabulate data from online databases.

• Experience with developing, distributing and analyzing web-based surveys in Qualtrics.

• Familiarity with Washington State University academic rules and regulations, including WSU Catalog and Financial Aid.

• Experience with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines.

Additional Information:

Monthly Salary: Commensurate with experience
FTE: 100%
Permanent/Temporary/Project: Permanent

City, State, Zip: Everett, WA 98201

Area/College: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture
Department Name: School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering and School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Department Link: mme.wsu.edu and eecs.wsu.edu

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.

Posting Close Date: This position has been re-posted, screening is underway and will continue until the position is filled.
Application Instructions: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references in the application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

Required Documents:

• Professional Resume

• Cover Letter

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

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