Academic Advising Professional III, Civil & Architectural Engineering & Mechanics
Posting Number: req9727
Department: Civil Arch Engr and Mechanics
Location: Main Campus
Address: Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The Civil & Architectural Engineering & Mechanics Department (CAEM) is seeking candidates for the position of Academic Advisor III. The successful candidate will oversee all academic functions within the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering & Mechanics. These activities include, for example, providing academic support to graduate and undergraduate students through the successful completion of their degree program, course planning and scheduling, and departmental events associated with our academic mission.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; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide academic advising to graduate and undergraduate
students to ensure they are meeting degree requirements, educational plans,
choosing courses, and exploring major, minor, and career options. Coordinates graduate applications for admission
to academic program. - Monitor academic progress and assist students in the
completion of their degree through semester and/or yearly reviews which include
but are not limited to evaluating eligibility for advanced standing, monitoring
of necessary courses, changes in plans of study, and degree checks. Maintain
student records, provide data, and reports as requested. - Coordinate course planning and registration, academic
probation, advanced standing, gradpath forms, and required examinations. Provide
assistance regarding curriculum changes as well as interpretation of academic
policies and procedures. - Assist with ABET review.
- Coordinate department events and oversee CAEM events which
include: precommencement, graduate and undergraduate orientations, Engineering
102 Open House, department seminars, and homecoming events. - Serve as program liaison for campus and community partners
which includes faculty. Serve on the undergraduate studies committee and
provide input when needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in higher education.
FLSA: Exempt
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: $43,599 - $58,926 (DOE)
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
7
Career Stream and Level
PC3
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
Dominic Boccelli
dboccelli@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
References, including one from the current/most recent supervisor will be requested from finalist.
Diversity Statement
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 an 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.
