Academic Success Advisor

June 20, 2023
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Job Description

Ref. No.: 01203

Position ID: 163607

About Binghamton University:

Binghamton
University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly
interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character – shaped by our mission,
outstanding academics, facilities, and community life – promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University
is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job – it is about
having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton’s collegial and
inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to
our success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and
challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from
first- generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through
technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in
keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Job Description:

Budget Title:  Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)

Salary:  Commensurate with experience

Reporting to the Assistant Provost for
Student Success, the Academic Success Advisor provides services and resources for students in order to support their success, both inside
and outside the classroom. The academic success advisor coordinates intervention and brings together academic success resources for students
that may be experiencing barriers to achieving their potential. In collaboration with key departments, faculty, staff, and community
resources, the academic success advisor will prioritize a holistic approach to student success.

We value the ability to serve
students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. The successful candidate
will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, staff, administration, students and community partners who are
also committed to student success. Binghamton University seeks employees who value mentorship and who are committed to working in a
collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a dedication to helping all students achieve their educational goals. 

Responsibilities to include, but not limited to:

  • Advise and coach a diverse population of students in different stages of
    their academic careers
  • Advise students on college and university policies and procedures
  • Partner closely with academic
    advising offices to stay up-to-date on best practices in advising
  • Assist students in connecting with faculty on academic related
    issues 
  • Consult and collaborate with various university services and resources to ensure each student has the necessary tools to
    succeed
  • Conduct outreach to high-risk students to promote early intervention and support
  • Assist the department in
    coordinating and implementing educational initiatives and collaborative activities that support the academic and personal success of
    students 
  • Perform accurate and timely data entry tasks by inputting meeting notes into computer systems 
  • Assist with new
    student orientation programming 
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all student information per FERPA regulations 

Requirements:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Advising or success
    coaching experience
  • Experience using technology in higher education (i.e. Banner, Peoplesoft, CRMAdvise, Degree Works,
    etc.)
  • Ability to make independent decisions, prioritize and meet deadlines
  • Enthusiasm for constantly evolving work
    environment and aptitude for learning new skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, writing and public speaking skills

Preferred:

  • 1-3 years of experience in academic advising, student success, or other student support area
  • Knowledge of
    current retention issues and strategies in Higher Education
  • Must be available to work occasional evening and weekend hours

Additional Information:

Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background
check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.

Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.

Pursuant to Executive
Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for
employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a
conditional offer of employment with compensation.  If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the
Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov

Payroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/

Cover letters may be addressed “To the Search
Committee.”

Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.

For information on the Dual Career Program,
please visit:

https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html

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