School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Academic Advisor
School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
For more than 150 years, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) has been a leader in educating the world’s most influential artists, designers and scholars. Located in downtown Chicago with a fine arts graduate program consistently ranking among the top four graduate fine arts programs in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, SAIC provides an interdisciplinary approach to art and design as well as world-class resources, including the Art Institute of Chicago Museum, on-campus galleries and state-of-the-art facilities. SAIC’s undergraduate, graduate and post-baccalaureate students have the freedom to take risks and create the bold ideas that transform Chicago and the world—as seen through notable alumni and faculty such as Michelle Grabner, David Sedaris, Elizabeth Murray, Richard Hunt, Georgia O’Keeffe, Cynthia Rowley, Nick Cave, and LeRoy Neiman.ABOUT THE POSITIONProvide proactive academic advising, with a focus on first year students through Integrated Advising regarding course options, degree requirements, career counseling, school policies and other issues related to the educational process. Meet 1:1 with students to assist them in degree and career planning. Serve as a liaison to campus services to provide support for students. Develop and expand knowledge of SAIC departments and programs; degree requirements; class selection and academic experience to best serve the needs of students. Follow best-practices in advising and communication with students. Follow up with assigned students who receive Class Progress Reports. Coordinate academic programming for on and off-campus students including advising in the residence halls, first year advising, and other educational programs. Assist with departmental initiatives and programs such as: student programming, Food Pantry, Academic Standing, Leave of Absence process. Assist in providing support and guidance to the OSA Coordinator, the Student Assistants, and Faculty Advisors as related to Academic Advising issues. Serve as a key member of the Office of Student Affairs team, dedicated to building community and promoting student engagement. Some weekend work required for programs such as Orientation, Graduation, and Admissions events, and as needed.RESPONSIBILITIESAcademic Advising:
Provide proactive academic advising to students through one-on-one and group meetings. Assist students in developing their individualized academic plan, prepare and discuss degree-audits and requirements, assist students with course selection, course add/drops, course withdrawal, leaves of absence, reinstatements, transfer of credits, graduation requirements as well as course and/or instructor concerns. Advise students individually on personal, health, financial and academic issues related to their overall experience and satisfaction.Student Issues and Crisis Management:
Provide direct support for students who are experiencing personal, mental or physical health or academic concerns or crises. Work collaboratively with the Deans on Call, Wellness Center staff and others on campus to assist in managing student crises. Serve as an integral part of SAIC Student Support Team by identifying students at risk, connecting students to resources, liaising with appropriate campus support services, and providing on-going follow-up with the student.Integrated Advising:
Integrated Advising, where Academic Advisors partner with faculty and staff in the classroom and are embedded in the first semester Research Studio, is at the foundation of Academic Advising at SAIC. Advisors work with approximately 7 Research Studios each year and maintain ongoing and comprehensive communication with each faculty member for the purposes of understanding each student’s needs and challenges.Persistence, Completion and Student Success:
Academic Advisors are one of the primary resources for students on campus regarding their overall success. Work collaboratively with the advising staff to assist with intervention for targeted groups at-risk students and retention outreach.Communication:
Effectively communicate with students, including utilizing good listening skills. Maintain regular contact with appropriate resources to ensure effective operation of the Academic Advising program.Assessment and Learning Outcomes:
Work collaboratively with Assistant Director of Academic Advising to conduct focus groups and surveys to assess performance of the department.Technology:
Assist with the operation of academic advising office systems and the support provided for the Advising staff with technology, especially Peoplesoft, Symplicity and EAB Navigate.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree required, Masters preferred.Experience working in academic advising, student affairs or related field.Understanding of the developmental process of college students and skills in meeting students at their own developmental level.Experience in supporting students with mental health concerns and/or in dealing with crisis situations.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.Demonstrated experience exercising and displaying sound judgment.Strong communication skills – both verbally and in writing.Ability to collaborate with faculty and staff as well as a strong sense of congeniality.Sensitivity to the needs of a diverse, urban, artist population.Proficiency for using technology (e.g. Student Information Systems such as PeopleSoft, Google Suites, Microsoft Suites).CLOSING STATEMENTThe Art Institute of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires and promotes qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status or citizenship. The Institute complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
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Provide proactive academic advising to students through one-on-one and group meetings. Assist students in developing their individualized academic plan, prepare and discuss degree-audits and requirements, assist students with course selection, course add/drops, course withdrawal, leaves of absence, reinstatements, transfer of credits, graduation requirements as well as course and/or instructor concerns. Advise students individually on personal, health, financial and academic issues related to their overall experience and satisfaction.Student Issues and Crisis Management:
Provide direct support for students who are experiencing personal, mental or physical health or academic concerns or crises. Work collaboratively with the Deans on Call, Wellness Center staff and others on campus to assist in managing student crises. Serve as an integral part of SAIC Student Support Team by identifying students at risk, connecting students to resources, liaising with appropriate campus support services, and providing on-going follow-up with the student.Integrated Advising:
Integrated Advising, where Academic Advisors partner with faculty and staff in the classroom and are embedded in the first semester Research Studio, is at the foundation of Academic Advising at SAIC. Advisors work with approximately 7 Research Studios each year and maintain ongoing and comprehensive communication with each faculty member for the purposes of understanding each student’s needs and challenges.Persistence, Completion and Student Success:
Academic Advisors are one of the primary resources for students on campus regarding their overall success. Work collaboratively with the advising staff to assist with intervention for targeted groups at-risk students and retention outreach.Communication:
Effectively communicate with students, including utilizing good listening skills. Maintain regular contact with appropriate resources to ensure effective operation of the Academic Advising program.Assessment and Learning Outcomes:
Work collaboratively with Assistant Director of Academic Advising to conduct focus groups and surveys to assess performance of the department.Technology:
Assist with the operation of academic advising office systems and the support provided for the Advising staff with technology, especially Peoplesoft, Symplicity and EAB Navigate.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree required, Masters preferred.Experience working in academic advising, student affairs or related field.Understanding of the developmental process of college students and skills in meeting students at their own developmental level.Experience in supporting students with mental health concerns and/or in dealing with crisis situations.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.Demonstrated experience exercising and displaying sound judgment.Strong communication skills – both verbally and in writing.Ability to collaborate with faculty and staff as well as a strong sense of congeniality.Sensitivity to the needs of a diverse, urban, artist population.Proficiency for using technology (e.g. Student Information Systems such as PeopleSoft, Google Suites, Microsoft Suites).CLOSING STATEMENTThe Art Institute of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires and promotes qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status or citizenship. The Institute complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
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