Job Summary

The Senior Academic Advisor is responsible for coordinating many aspects of the academic programs for the Food Science Department. The Academic Advisor manages recruitment and counseling for the undergraduate program, functions as the student services officer, and assists in selecting scholarship recipients along with the scholarship selection committee.

What You’ll be Doing

• Assist students in evaluating and determining their interests and abilities, and help students link their interests/abilities with majors/programs
• Assist students in the creation of short and long term curricular and co-curricular goals
• Guide students in developing a plan of study that meets all degree requirements and fits within their timetable for graduation
• Provide information regarding curricular and co-curricular programs and opportunities including Study Abroad, Honors, 21st Century Scholars, Leadership Development, etc.
• Confer with prospective and current transfer students regarding application of transfer credits and course equivalencies
• Develop and share strategies for academic success; build/support student ability to face challenges through enhanced resiliency and coping strategies; identify and implement programming to promote student use and referrals of university offices and resources that support academic achievement
• Coach students in development of professional behaviors
• Consult with and advocate for students regarding petitions for appeals, special policy waivers, etc.
• Conduct audits on student’s progress toward their degree, including precertification audit the semester the student is a candidate
• Prepare for and participate in STAR
• Provide guidance about graduate/professional school; career/internship opportunities and the job search process; and help students link learning and professional preparation in the workplace
• Provide assistance during major and career exploration, and discuss opportunities with students wishing to change their major to another school/college
• Serve as advisor for regional campus students or students under articulation agreements
• Assist students with the enrollment process, including course registration, withdrawal, etc.
• Participate in College/Department recruiting activities

What You Must Have

• Master's degree
• 3 years of academic advising or student services experience
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered; Bachelor's degree + 5 years of experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to collaborate with faculty, staff students and parents
• Basic skills in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

What’s Nice to Have

• Knowledge of programs and majors at Purdue University

What We Want You to Know

• All new hires will be expected to follow Protect Purdue guidelines. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3DH3z6f
• Purdue will not sponsor an employment related visa for this position.
• A background check will be required for employment.
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period.
• Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

What You’ll Get in Return

All university employees are afforded a generous benefits package, https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/index.php, including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement contributions. As part of Purdue University’s expansive employee benefit package, the University is proud to offer its employees the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance by offering a tuition remission opportunity at both Purdue University and Purdue Global.

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