Tiffin University
Academic Advisor
Tiffin University, Tiffin, Ohio, United States, 44883
Description:
Academic Advisor
POSITION:
Academic AdvisorSUPERVISOR:
Dean of Academic EngagementDEPARTMENT:
Academic Advising / Student Success Services
Tiffin University (TU) was founded in 1888 and offers accredited undergraduate and graduate degrees in business administration, criminal justice, social sciences, creative and media arts, humanities, education, sciences, technology, and health. The University's campus in Tiffin, Ohio, blends traditional historic and modern buildings, creating a vibrant and welcoming educational community for its students, faculty, and staff. Students can pursue associate, undergraduate, and graduate programs both on campus and online, as well as at Terra State Community College. In addition, TU offers Bachelor in Business Administration and Master of Business Administration degrees in Bucharest, Romania, and educational opportunities for students from Switzerland and Latin America. The University also provides an online Ph.D. program in Global Leadership and Change.
The main campus in Tiffin is a beautiful 153-acre blend of traditional historic and modern buildings that create a vibrant and warm home for an educational community.
We offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in business in Bucharest, Romania. From academic programs in sports and recreation management to homeland security/terrorism, communication, and management, TU offers more than 40 majors through on-campus and online learning, resulting in real advantages for our students.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Academic Advisor reports to the Dean of Academic Engagement and serves as an academic advisor and advocate for new and continuing students. This individual assists students with course scheduling, teaching them the skills they need to successfully complete their curriculum in four-years, and developing the tools they need for academic planning and course registration beyond their first-year. Furthermore, the Academic Advisor serves as the primary intervention staff member for any student demonstrating risk factors, which are presented in the campus early-alert system and daily attendance reporting.Requirements:
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESSchedule all new (first-year, transfer and international students) and continuing studentsUtilize data to assist in advising outreachMeet with each student, at minimum, once a semester to advise on curriculum planning, course selection, registration process, and guidance to graduation (long-term curriculum mapping)Ensure assigned students register for classes in a timely manner and for full course loadDiscuss and establish student's academic, personal, and professional goals during advising appointments, while also developing an academic pathway planAssist students in completing process to drop/add course(s), change program/major, and other course permission requestsAssist students with schedule adjustments as a result of: canceled classes, missing prerequisites and/or an F, D, WD, WF, and/or placement on Academic ProbationOutreach to at-risk students regarding academic support and student support servicesIdentify and intervene, using early-alert system, students who demonstrate the following characteristics:Significant gap in credit hours earned versus attemptedCourse attendance or performanceLow retention and/or academic success probability score as determined by predictive analyticsProvide support and assistance with planning and implementation of First-Year Experience functions as neededOpportunity to teach the DEC 100 Engage courseProvide backup assistance and support to the Murphy Academic Support Center.Other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOBBachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferredPrevious experience in Higher Education curriculum or academic advisingMust demonstrate ability to work with faculty and/or students in group and one-on-one situationsDemonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and work in an environment with continuous interruptionsStrong problem-solving skillsMaintain a current understanding of the requirements for FERPA, Financial Aid and Disability Services in a university settingAn understanding of and commitment
to Tiffin University's Vision, Mission, and Values.TIFFIN UNIVERSITY SPONSORED BENEFITSTiffin University offers excellent benefits. All full-time employees of Tiffin University are eligible for our full-time benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account with employer incentive contribution, Employer Paid and Supplemental Life Insurance, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability, 403b Retirement with Employer Match, Time Off (annual and sick leave), Observed Holidays, Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Program.
KEY COMPETENCIESInterdependence:
F osters collaborationCommunication:
Strong decision-making and communication skillsAccountability:
Formulates effective and progressive strategies aligned with University mission and valuesRespect:
Creates an engaging, collaborative work environment by bringing diverse people and ideas together.Entrepreneurship:
Influences and Inspires
EMBRACING OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLESVISION STATEMENT – The vision for Tiffin University is to become
A premier university for
challenging students to enhance their global competencies and 21st-century skills for success in a diverse world.MISSION STATEMENT – The mission of Tiffin University is to
Educate students by linking knowledge
to professional practice.CORE VALUES – The values of Interdependence, Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Entrepreneurship comprise the ICARE values of Tiffin University.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSMinimum physical exertion. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, communicate, reach and travel.
We are firmly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our beliefs. Candidates who have worked with diverse faculty, staff, and students and can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences and interests. Tiffin University actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working, and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.
NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY: Tiffin University is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for employees, applicant for employment, students or applicant for admission, access to educational opportunities on the basis of race, religion, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, social-economic class, place of business, residence, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any resolution process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies.
Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Academic Advisor
POSITION:
Academic AdvisorSUPERVISOR:
Dean of Academic EngagementDEPARTMENT:
Academic Advising / Student Success Services
Tiffin University (TU) was founded in 1888 and offers accredited undergraduate and graduate degrees in business administration, criminal justice, social sciences, creative and media arts, humanities, education, sciences, technology, and health. The University's campus in Tiffin, Ohio, blends traditional historic and modern buildings, creating a vibrant and welcoming educational community for its students, faculty, and staff. Students can pursue associate, undergraduate, and graduate programs both on campus and online, as well as at Terra State Community College. In addition, TU offers Bachelor in Business Administration and Master of Business Administration degrees in Bucharest, Romania, and educational opportunities for students from Switzerland and Latin America. The University also provides an online Ph.D. program in Global Leadership and Change.
The main campus in Tiffin is a beautiful 153-acre blend of traditional historic and modern buildings that create a vibrant and warm home for an educational community.
We offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in business in Bucharest, Romania. From academic programs in sports and recreation management to homeland security/terrorism, communication, and management, TU offers more than 40 majors through on-campus and online learning, resulting in real advantages for our students.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Academic Advisor reports to the Dean of Academic Engagement and serves as an academic advisor and advocate for new and continuing students. This individual assists students with course scheduling, teaching them the skills they need to successfully complete their curriculum in four-years, and developing the tools they need for academic planning and course registration beyond their first-year. Furthermore, the Academic Advisor serves as the primary intervention staff member for any student demonstrating risk factors, which are presented in the campus early-alert system and daily attendance reporting.Requirements:
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESSchedule all new (first-year, transfer and international students) and continuing studentsUtilize data to assist in advising outreachMeet with each student, at minimum, once a semester to advise on curriculum planning, course selection, registration process, and guidance to graduation (long-term curriculum mapping)Ensure assigned students register for classes in a timely manner and for full course loadDiscuss and establish student's academic, personal, and professional goals during advising appointments, while also developing an academic pathway planAssist students in completing process to drop/add course(s), change program/major, and other course permission requestsAssist students with schedule adjustments as a result of: canceled classes, missing prerequisites and/or an F, D, WD, WF, and/or placement on Academic ProbationOutreach to at-risk students regarding academic support and student support servicesIdentify and intervene, using early-alert system, students who demonstrate the following characteristics:Significant gap in credit hours earned versus attemptedCourse attendance or performanceLow retention and/or academic success probability score as determined by predictive analyticsProvide support and assistance with planning and implementation of First-Year Experience functions as neededOpportunity to teach the DEC 100 Engage courseProvide backup assistance and support to the Murphy Academic Support Center.Other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOBBachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferredPrevious experience in Higher Education curriculum or academic advisingMust demonstrate ability to work with faculty and/or students in group and one-on-one situationsDemonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and work in an environment with continuous interruptionsStrong problem-solving skillsMaintain a current understanding of the requirements for FERPA, Financial Aid and Disability Services in a university settingAn understanding of and commitment
to Tiffin University's Vision, Mission, and Values.TIFFIN UNIVERSITY SPONSORED BENEFITSTiffin University offers excellent benefits. All full-time employees of Tiffin University are eligible for our full-time benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account with employer incentive contribution, Employer Paid and Supplemental Life Insurance, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability, 403b Retirement with Employer Match, Time Off (annual and sick leave), Observed Holidays, Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Program.
KEY COMPETENCIESInterdependence:
F osters collaborationCommunication:
Strong decision-making and communication skillsAccountability:
Formulates effective and progressive strategies aligned with University mission and valuesRespect:
Creates an engaging, collaborative work environment by bringing diverse people and ideas together.Entrepreneurship:
Influences and Inspires
EMBRACING OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLESVISION STATEMENT – The vision for Tiffin University is to become
A premier university for
challenging students to enhance their global competencies and 21st-century skills for success in a diverse world.MISSION STATEMENT – The mission of Tiffin University is to
Educate students by linking knowledge
to professional practice.CORE VALUES – The values of Interdependence, Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Entrepreneurship comprise the ICARE values of Tiffin University.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSMinimum physical exertion. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, communicate, reach and travel.
We are firmly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our beliefs. Candidates who have worked with diverse faculty, staff, and students and can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences and interests. Tiffin University actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working, and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.
NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY: Tiffin University is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for employees, applicant for employment, students or applicant for admission, access to educational opportunities on the basis of race, religion, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, social-economic class, place of business, residence, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any resolution process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies.
Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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