Academic Advisor, SOM Undergraduate Programs
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 4, 2024
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.
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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: Academic Advisor (SL-3)
Salary: $53,151 - $58,000
The School of Management (SOM) at Binghamton University, State University of New York seeks a full-time academic advisor to provide guidance to undergraduate students.
Core responsibilities of a successful candidate will include:
- Team-advise approximately 2000 undergraduate students in SOM
- Provide one-on-one advising
- Track student degree progress
- Orient new students to the university, the School of Management, and student curriculum
- Assist with student recruitment events
- Assist with preparation of special SOM events, such as SOM commencement ceremonies
- Assist in writing, editing, and maintaining advising publications
- Register continuing students using Banner
- Use SAS to run reports as needed
- Award SOM Alumni funded scholarships and awards
- Evaluate transcripts of admitted students for equivalence to Binghamton University coursework
- Participate and contribute to the preparation of various reports, publications, and studies
- Meet with prospective students/Intra-university Transfer Students
Requirements:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
- Bachelor's degree required in an area related to advising
- Minimum of one year of experience in academic advising or a related field
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills
- Must be able to work collaboratively and effectively with other SOM staff, SOM administrators, and students
- Must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work weekends and evening hours on occasion
- Master's Degree strongly preferred
- Prior experience in higher education advising
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.
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Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
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Application Instructions:
All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=174199
Deadline for Internal Applicants: April 17, 2024
Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.
Please submit:
- Resume,
- Cover letter, and
- Contact information for three professional references
