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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline proficiencies that directly relate to this position.

The School of Management at the University of Michigan-Flint is looking for two full-time Academic Advisors to serve our growing student population.

Reporting to the Director of SOM Student Support Services, SOM Academic Advisors help contribute to the school's retention and degree completion goals. This role helps contribute to the school's retention and degree completion goals. They will individually manage a designated caseload of students, providing comprehensive support throughout their transition in the university and journey towards degree completion. 

SOM Advisors initiate and maintain regular contact with their assigned students to identify and address any obstacles to academic progress. Monitoring students' performance and collaborating with faculty, academic support services, and other university resources are a necessary components of this role.

Responsibilities*

Student Interaction

Create a welcoming environment where students can safely develop ownership of their educational progressAdvise students of diverse backgrounds on course selection, graduation requirements, co-curricular opportunities, and student rights/responsibilitiesCollaborate with students to create, assess, and update course schedules and degree-completion plans using retention strategies, such as Mandatory AdvisingAssess individual student needs and refer them to appropriate university resources, including Financial Aid, Tutorial Support, Writing Center, Counseling and Psychological Services, Disability and Accessibility Support Services, and Career ServicesInitiate and communicate with newly admitted and continuing students to provide comprehensive academic advisingDocument all advising appointments/interactions in the appropriate University advising systemConduct new student orientation sessionsCollaborate with UM-Flint partners to provide a seamless and impactful college experience for all studentsRepresent SOM on campus committees and working groups

Planning and Assessment

Use technology and data management to support the implementation and assessment of retention and student outreach programsCollaborate on specialized projects as determined in collaboration with your supervisorParticipate in professional development opportunitiesFulfill other assigned tasks consistent with the scope of the positionRequired Qualifications*Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or universityTwo or more years experience working as an academic advisor, or in a similar student-facing role, preferably at the collegiate levelBasic or above proficiency with necessary software such as Microsoft Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Google applications, web editing, and ZoomComfortable presenting complex information in face-to-face and online modalities

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

The salary range at the Associate level is $37,800 - $47,200.

Candidates with the following education and experience will be considered for the Associate level.

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or universityLess than two year relevant experience, comprised of one or more years working with students, preferably at the collegiate level, and/or less than two years of academic advising, or similar student facing experience

Basic proficiency with necessary software such as Microsoft Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Google applications, web editing, and Zoom.

Why Work at U-M Flint?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.

Benefits include:

Generous time offA retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service, with immediate vesting.Many choices for comprehensive health insurance.Life insuranceLong-term disability coverageFlexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Eligibility for benefits is based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility and download the Comprehensive Benefits for Faculty and Staff flier.

For tuition support information can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/hr/ benefits/

Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/ chancellor/leadership-mission- vision/

Modes of Work

Hybrid

The work requirements allow both onsite and offsite work and an employee has an expected recurring onsite presence. On occasion, the employee may be required and must be available to work onsite more frequently if necessitated by unit leadership or their designee and/or the job requirements.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes here.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Union Affiliation

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the University Staff United (USU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.