Engineering Academic Advisor

General Info:
Along with academic advising, this position will coordinate outreach activities, including supporting visits, educational camps and recruitment efforts.

This is a full-time, 12-month, Administrative and Professional Faculty position in the Department of Engineering, working under the supervision of the Academic Unit Head.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide academic advising to declared Engineering students.
• Advise assigned students, monitor academic progress, communicate regularly with advisees, and connect them with campus resources and opportunities to foster a sense of community and enrich student experience.
• Help Engineering students formulate meaningful and appropriate academic plans based on their interests and goals, providing guidance on the General Education curriculum, major and degree requirements, and academic opportunities.
• Communicate processes for succeeding in the engineering major and direct students to resources when not making progress.
• Serve the department through committees, service projects, and academic and curricular initiatives.
• Support students on academic probation and suspension by helping them understand academic expectations and identify strategies to improve academic performance.
• Coordinate outreach efforts including community workshops and visits, prospective student visits, and educational camps.
• Participate in first-year orientation.
• Represent the department at academic open houses and other recruitment events and respond to inquiries about our academic programs.
• Collaborate with the Departmental Advising Team to enhance students’ experience and guide students’ understanding of opportunities for academic pathways within the University.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity that supports the Department of Engineering and University mission of integrating diverse perspectives and removing barriers to participation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience communicating with a variety of technology platforms.
• Excellent oral and written communication, time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate meaningfully with undergraduates.
• Strong attention to detail combined with appreciation for the big picture.
• Exceptional work ethic.
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and under supervision.

Preferred:

• Academic advising or comparable higher education experience working directly with undergraduates.
• Familiarity with national trends and best practices in academic advising profession and higher education.

Pay Rate: Maximum Starting

James Madison University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer and especially encourages applications from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.