Academic Advisor--Florham
Fairleigh Dickinson University
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Fairleigh Dickinson University is hiring an Academic Advisor--Florham. The Academic Advisor reports to the Campus Director of Academic Advising and is responsible for providing comprehensive advisement services to undergraduate students within a specific academic vertical. This role involves close collaboration with faculty and other identified individuals to ensure maximum support for students throughout their undergraduate careers.
Key focus areas include Engage in all student advisement services for undergraduates and Work closely with faculty or other identified individuals to maximize student support.
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's In Related Field Or Equivalent, Maintain Confidentiality, and Willing To Work Non-Standard Hours. Important skills include Human Relations, Oral Communication, Communication, Sensitivity To Student Needs, Computer Proficiency, and Microsoft Word.
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Job Summary:
The incumbent reports to the Campus Director (Metro or Florham) of Academic Advising. The primary responsibilities of this position are to engage in all student advisement services for undergraduates within an assigned academic vertical for the duration of students’ undergraduate career. Works closely with the faculty or other identified individuals (i.e., Chair, Associate Dean, Director) to maximize support of students in the assigned academic vertical.
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in related field required. Equivalent related experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
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Minimum of two years of experience in an academic environment preferred related to student advisement, records/registration, admissions, recruitment, or other higher education experience.
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Excellent human relations and oral and written communication skills, with a sensitivity to student needs.
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Computer proficiency, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, database software and web navigation. Proficiency in Canvas X16 graphic design program and/or Colleague system (i.e., University database system) a plus.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality.
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Willing and able to work non-standard hours as required, including evenings and weekends.
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Valid driver’s license and accessibility to a car for occasional travel to either the Metro or Florham campus location if needed.
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Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check.
Status: Full-Time
Campus: Florham Campus, Madison, NJ
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