ACADEMIC ADVISOR, College of General Studies, Student Academic Life
Job description
This FT position is the principle point of contact for advising students in the College of General Studies. Advisors manage academic advising for students, assisting, and guiding them toward program completion and graduation. This includes teaching students how to navigate a BU degree and providing holistic counseling to students with diverse academic and career goals. Advisors counsel students on academic policies, procedures, and requirements. They monitor student academic progress and assist them in making appropriate educational choices and decisions. They recommend appropriate interventions for students in jeopardy and assess and triage complex student situations. They assist in the coordination and development of programs related to student satisfaction and retention. Position may require that you work in London for two weeks in the summer.
Required Skills
- B.A./B.S required, Master's degree preferred.
- Strong communication skills.
- Three to five years of directly related experience.
A cover letter and resume are required for consideration.
Please note all newly hired staff and faculty will need to be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of date of hire. You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption (instructions). For further information on the University’s response to COVID-19, please visit the COVID-19 Resources site.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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