The Advising Center at UC Clermont College (UCC) is searching for a Sr. Academic Advisor to provide intrusive advising, outreach, and programming for the purpose of empowering regional campus (UC Clermont) students. The Sr. Academic Advisor must utilize a student-centered approach to enhance students’ likelihood of retention and success in the College and at the university.  The position will partner with key offices at the regional campuses and Clifton, including college representatives and other crucial staff on both campuses. The position reports to the Director of Advising at Clermont College.

Essential Function

Under general supervision from the Director of Advising at UCC, support current and prospective students in meeting educational goals.

Characteristic Duties

• Support and manage an assigned advising caseload through regular communications and appointments
• Advocate for student success by ensuring both advising tools and student tools (i.e., degree audits, curriculum guides, etc.) are current and accurate
• Analyze individual student performance to determine appropriate intervention
• Develop alternative pathways to ensure student success (i.e., for students who fail to meet their initial goals).
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of specific baccalaureate college admission requirements for advisees interested in transitioning to our Clifton campus or to other 4-year institutions and provide appropriate communication regarding these opportunities
• Manage the college-wide credit evaluation process under supervision of the Director of Advising
• Supervise (hire and manage) student workers within the Advising Center
• Serve as an integral part of the regional campus advising team
• Assist with Clermont College Open House, new student orientation and other events associated with the recruitment, retention and graduation of students
• Generate queries and reporting for student success/outreach in collaboration with the regional campus Institutional Research Office
• Participate in both regional campus and university-wide advisor training and development
• Other duties as assigned as academic advising is a continuous improvement profession

Minimum Qualifications:  Bachelor's degree and three (3) years experience; -OR- Associate's degree and five (5) years’ experience; -OR- seven (7) years’ experience advising students at the high school and/or college level or a related field. 

The ideal candidate will have excellent management, communication and professional skills; strong team orientation; good analytical and organizational skills; computer literacy using a variety of software products including Microsoft Professional Office, degree audit and electronic student information systems or the ability to learn.  Candidates must be able to thrive in a fast paced and ever-changing environment.  Some evening and weekend hours required due to services required for student advising needs.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / M / F / Veteran / Disabled.

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