Job Information
SUNY Delhi Academic Advisor in Delhi, New York
Location: Delhi, NY Category: Staff Posted On: Mon Nov 27 2023 Job Description:
SUNY Delhi seeks a dynamic, forward thinking and engaging Advisor to the join the Collective Pursuit of Academic program. SUNY Delhi prides itself on being a welcoming college community for all. Diversity, equity and inclusiveness are integral components of the highest quality academic programs and the strongest campus climate. The college seeks a wide range of applicants for its positions so that inclusive excellence will be affirmed.
The Academic Advisor will provide information and counsel to students regarding their academic pursuits and progress. Advising will occur both individually and in group settings concerning all aspects of academic life. The Advisor will be expected to work with and embrace a diverse student population.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities Include:
Keep current on philosophy and trends in academic advisement and incorporate this knowledge into the SUNY Delhi advising program
Maintain an advising load and work directly with students to accomplish educational goals by developing individual academic plans based on students' abilities and interests
Provide students with information focused on achieving academic success including topics such as registration, transitioning to college, academic progress, financial aid, exploration of various fields of study and career choice, change of major and graduation petitions
Convey and interpret SUNY Delhi's academic rules and regulations, academic prerequisites, programs, majors and courses of study and in-bound and out-bound transfer and college policies
Present workshops and seminars on various topics to assist students in achieving academic success
Refer students to related offices such as Counseling & Health Services, Academic Achievement Center, Career & Transfer Services etc. as appropriate
Develop new methods and tools to connect and communicate with students
Participating in orientation, admissions, and Accepted Student Day programs
Assist Advising Office in its role with the newly developed one stop initiative
Assist Advising Office in support of all incoming students prior to enrollment
Assist Advising Office with supporting all students throughout the registration process
Assist Director of Academic Advising with early intervention outreach
Foster exemplary working relationships with students, faculty, staff and administrators
Respond to faculty and staff requests for assistance with student related matters
Prepare and maintain student records and contacts as well as working with Degree Works and other academic advising technologies
Assist with assessment of the advising program
Demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize duties
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in psychology, education or related field
Experience working with and advising college level students
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills as well as computer proficiency
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in related field
Working knowledge of Banner System
Working knowledge of degree evaluation system (Degree Works or similar product)
Familiarity with financial aid guidelines and its impact on academic advisement
Additional Information:
Salary: $53,151
Work Schedule: Full-time
Reports to: Director of Academic Advisement & Student Success
This is a 12-month position
Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant, SL3
This position offers full New York State UUP (FT) (https://www.suny.edu/media/suny/content-assets/documents/benefits/benefit-summaries/FTUUPbenefitsummary-Nov-2017.pdf) , benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country with an excellent fringe benefits package
Click here (https://www.suny.edu/benefits/newprospective-employees/) for more Information for Prospective Employees
SUNY Delhi has a strong commitment to Affirmative Action and Cultural Diversity. The College welcomes responses from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.
SUNY Delhi is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check.