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POSITION SPECIFICS
The Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications seeks applications for the position of Academic Adviser. The College has faculty and teaching resources available to a diverse community of local, national, and international students. It also enrolls and advises approximately 2500 students every year in five undergraduate majors.
The successful candidate will report to the Assistant Dean and join a team of professional advisers and administrative support staff.
Responsibilities: Following are the key responsibilities of this position:
- Provide academic advising to a roster of 300-400 assigned students
- Assess other student needs and make professional referrals
- Maintain and ensure confidentiality of student records
- Guide students in course selection and scheduling
- Assist in resolving academic problems
- Identify and monitor student academic progress
- Interpret University policies and procedures and curriculum to students, faculty, staff and University constituents
- Serve as a resource for academic advisers, faculty, students, and other University constituents
- Responsible for academic advising program development
- Provide leadership to project and committee work
- Participate in Bellisario College programming created for all constituents to the Bellisario College, which includes small and large group presentations
- Participate in the coordination of New Student Orientation programs for new incoming freshmen, transfer, and change-of-campus (2+2) to University Park students
- Prepare and disseminate information to a variety of audiences, inside and outside of the Bellisario College
- Participate in recruitment and retention activities for the Bellisario College
- May evaluate advising services
- Propose process improvement opportunities
Work Arrangement: This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote work (one day per week) and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
If filled as Academic Adviser - Advanced Professional, this position requires:
Master's Degree
3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Required Certifications:
None
If filled as Academic Adviser - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:
Master's Degree
1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Required Certifications:
None
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $42,100.00 - $67,300.00.
Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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