Academic Advising Professional I (Electrical and Computer Engineering)
Posting Number: req21238
Department: Electrical and Computer Engr
Location: Main Campus
Address: 1230 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85721-0104 USA
Position Highlights
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is seeking an Academic Advisor who will play a pivotal role in student success and development in the Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) undergraduate program.
This position encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities including academic advising and registration assistance, data analysis, ABET accreditation, program assessment, and support of the undergraduate program in CSE. The academic advisor will guide students through successfully completing their degree program and career development. The incumbent will assist with course planning and departmental events.
The Computer Science and Engineering Academic Advisor serves as the front-line contact for undergraduate students for developmental academic advising to drive engagement and empower students to achieve their academic and career goals and plays a vital role in maximizing undergraduate student retention. The incumbent builds formative relationships with students by interpreting information and providing clarification on procedures and academic requirements of specific programs or majors.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
Advising:
- Assist students in evaluating academic abilities, setting goals and
objectives, meeting requirements of a specific program major, and exploring
experiential learning and career opportunities. - Assist with assessing
individual students' stage of development (academic and career) and help to
promote their growth by determining suitable developmental tasks. - Provide
guidance to students seeking to change their major, entering and exiting
specific disciplines. - Offer advising to students on academic warning, probation, or with
eligibility concerns. - Monitor
students' academic progress, determine satisfactory progress toward degree, and
assist students in completion. - Assist
students with mid-semester course modifications, ensuring they are aware of
academic implications. - Communicate with students and faculty via email, phone, and in-person to
address academic issues, assess student progress, advise on life-work balance,
financial matters, and mental health, and participate in student-centered
events. - Assist
senior academic advisors and faculty with recommendations on petitions and
amendments to student's program of study, monitor academic progress, maintain
student files and records, and evaluate transfer transcripts for equivalencies.
Administration:
- Assist with maintaining undergraduate student
advisement reports across various campuses for Computer Science and Engineering
students. - Assist
with and make adjustments to final degree check. - Assist with analyzing,
updating, and maintaining database of students. - Work with senior advisor to provide statistical data and reports to the Computer Science and Engineering faculty and the ECE Department Head.
- Monitor
student files and initiate advanced standing for students.
Collaboration
& Meetings:
- Support a variety of programs
aimed at student recruitment, retention, major selection, student involvement,
and general community building activities with students. - Maintain
ABET materials, assessment materials, and alumni lists. - Prepare advising and marketing materials, develop and facilitate
presentations using various multimedia, coordinate large and small
informational sessions, and evaluate programs. - May assist with
CSE undergraduate courses each semester and oversee new undergraduate course
additions/modifications through the UA course management system. - Provide support programming responsibilities for existing or new
initiatives which require the ability to plan, develop, market, and evaluate
programs while working collaboratively with students, staff, and faculty. - Assist
with summer orientation for freshman and transfer students. - Additional duties may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). - Ability to problem solve and make
decisions. - Demonstrated effective verbal and written
communication, excellent grammar, composition, and proofreading. - Ability to work in a team-based environment.
- Excellent organizational skills, ability to
multi-task, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities. - Ability to communicate with a diverse student
and faculty population.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's
degree required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience serving undergraduate students in academic advising or other student-related services at the UA or similar higher education institutions.
- Experience with UAccess and UA advisor tools.
- Experience with University policies and procedures related to academic progression, and with general education requirements.
- Experience coordinating special programs related to career placement, internships, and college honor programs.
FLSA: To Be Determined
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Student Services
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $42,282 - $52,851 ($20.33 - $25.41)
Compensation Type: To Be Determined
Grade
5
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Grade Range Minimum
$42282
Grade Range Midpoint
$52851
Grade Range Maximum
$63423
Career Stream and Level
PC1
Job Family
Academic Advising
Job Function
Student Services
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Contact Information for Candidates
Rozanne Canizales
rozannec@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).
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At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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