University of Central Missouri
Director, Success Advising Center
University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, Missouri, United States, 64093
Special Instructions:
This is a full-time benefits-eligible position. Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM.
Completed UCM online application for employment required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
A review will begin immediately and continue until filled.
NOTE: A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.
The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer and specifically invites applications from women, minorities, veteran status, and people with disabilities.
Working hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Position Purpose:
The Director of the Success Advising Center plays a key role in student success at UCM. The Director’s role includes, but is not limited to:
Development and execution of a shared advising model that is proactive, equitable, and holistic.
Development of collaborative relationships with academic departments to support a shared advising model.
Promotion of a belief that all faculty and staff are responsible for student success.
Conducting research on best practices in student success, and executing initiatives to achieve best in class student success outcomes.
Providing support programming for external programs focused on college access and completion.
Supporting faculty and staff training as it pertains to comprehensive advising, mentoring, coaching, and other student success practices.
Completing assessment, evaluation, and reporting of student success/advising programs and processes.
Overseeing the student advising component of new student orientations.
Working directly with special populations of students, such as first year students, transfer students, Open Option (undecided) students, students identified as vulnerable (at-risk), and academic probationary students.
Taking a leadership role in the student alert/warning referral system as it relates to academic success.
As a member of the University CARE team, taking an active role in this system campus wide.
The priority deadline for applicants will be on August 9th. Applicant review will begin the week of August 12th.
Education & Formal Training:
Master’s degree in Student Personnel Administration, Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Career Development or related field.
Experience:
Minimum of five years of progressively more responsible experience in a higher education environment, preferably in Student Success, Retention, Advising, Career Development or Student Affairs, with an emphasis on organizational leadership, academic advising, crisis intervention, retention or career development.
Minimum of two years of administrative or management experience that includes project planning and management, budgeting, personnel selection, supervision and evaluation, program and curriculum development and assessment.
Extensive experience in higher education setting with an emphasis on academic advising, crisis intervention, retention initiatives, or career development.
Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements of Position:
Criminal History check, Driver's license.
Certification to administer career assessments; such as MBTI, FOCUS, CLII; and must have or be able to obtain within first 12 months of employment.
Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge:
Attention to detail.
Budget-related skills.
Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal.
Knowledge of a University environment preferred.
Human Relations/Interpersonal skills.
Leadership skills: organization/meeting facilitation/project leadership.
Supervisory skills, including motivation, delegation of duties, evaluation, etc.
Management and/or administration skills.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines.
Maintain confidentiality.
Ability to interact with diverse populations.
General knowledge of the principles, practices and trends in the areas of academic advising, student persistence, retention, and degree completion.
Ability to present intricate information to diverse audiences in an appropriate, exciting, and engaging manner.
Special Working Conditions:
Travel required.
Irregular work hours.
Professional appearance.
Work in stressful conditions.
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This is a full-time benefits-eligible position. Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM.
Completed UCM online application for employment required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
A review will begin immediately and continue until filled.
NOTE: A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.
The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer and specifically invites applications from women, minorities, veteran status, and people with disabilities.
Working hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Position Purpose:
The Director of the Success Advising Center plays a key role in student success at UCM. The Director’s role includes, but is not limited to:
Development and execution of a shared advising model that is proactive, equitable, and holistic.
Development of collaborative relationships with academic departments to support a shared advising model.
Promotion of a belief that all faculty and staff are responsible for student success.
Conducting research on best practices in student success, and executing initiatives to achieve best in class student success outcomes.
Providing support programming for external programs focused on college access and completion.
Supporting faculty and staff training as it pertains to comprehensive advising, mentoring, coaching, and other student success practices.
Completing assessment, evaluation, and reporting of student success/advising programs and processes.
Overseeing the student advising component of new student orientations.
Working directly with special populations of students, such as first year students, transfer students, Open Option (undecided) students, students identified as vulnerable (at-risk), and academic probationary students.
Taking a leadership role in the student alert/warning referral system as it relates to academic success.
As a member of the University CARE team, taking an active role in this system campus wide.
The priority deadline for applicants will be on August 9th. Applicant review will begin the week of August 12th.
Education & Formal Training:
Master’s degree in Student Personnel Administration, Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Career Development or related field.
Experience:
Minimum of five years of progressively more responsible experience in a higher education environment, preferably in Student Success, Retention, Advising, Career Development or Student Affairs, with an emphasis on organizational leadership, academic advising, crisis intervention, retention or career development.
Minimum of two years of administrative or management experience that includes project planning and management, budgeting, personnel selection, supervision and evaluation, program and curriculum development and assessment.
Extensive experience in higher education setting with an emphasis on academic advising, crisis intervention, retention initiatives, or career development.
Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements of Position:
Criminal History check, Driver's license.
Certification to administer career assessments; such as MBTI, FOCUS, CLII; and must have or be able to obtain within first 12 months of employment.
Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge:
Attention to detail.
Budget-related skills.
Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal.
Knowledge of a University environment preferred.
Human Relations/Interpersonal skills.
Leadership skills: organization/meeting facilitation/project leadership.
Supervisory skills, including motivation, delegation of duties, evaluation, etc.
Management and/or administration skills.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines.
Maintain confidentiality.
Ability to interact with diverse populations.
General knowledge of the principles, practices and trends in the areas of academic advising, student persistence, retention, and degree completion.
Ability to present intricate information to diverse audiences in an appropriate, exciting, and engaging manner.
Special Working Conditions:
Travel required.
Irregular work hours.
Professional appearance.
Work in stressful conditions.
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