Advisor and Academic Services Coordinator

at University of Arkansas - Fayetteville in Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States

Job Description

The primary responsibility of the Advisor and Academic Services Coordinator is to advise prospective and current students; recruit new students; process correspondence and course registration; oversee admission decisions and processes; manage graduation requirements for all students; and to grow and maintain the program site in a sound and sustainable way. Primary duties include, but are not limited to: advising graduate domestic and international students throughout their program until graduation, making admissions decisions, handling all graduation checks, recruiting new students, maximizing session enrollment, ensuring smooth operation of the site office as a full-service student interface, supporting applicants, and communicating with staff and faculty to assist with student success.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in public administration, business administration, education administration, or a related field

At least three years of relevant experience in education administration, business administration or a related setting
Applicable equivalencies may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in a higher education setting as a student advisor or in a position with knowledge of university systems

Experience working with international students

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of the work-related subject area, computers, and Microsoft Office software applications

Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports

Ability to research and analyze related work program information

Ability to develop, recommend, interpret and apply policies and procedures

Ability to communicate with staff, faculty, and students

Additional Information:
This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.
College of Engineering – Diversity & Inclusion Statement
The College of Engineering is dedicated to building and supporting an inclusive culture with a diverse and pluralistic faculty, staff, and administration.  The College encourages applications from all qualified candidates, especially individuals who contribute to diversity of our campus community and welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, LGBTQIA+, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.  The College invites applicants with career interruptions to share the related circumstances and explain how these interruptions have impacted their career path.

Salary Information:
$40,000 - $45,000 (commensurate with education and experience)

Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.