Advisor and Academic Services Coordinator

University of Arkansas
39,000
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
Nov 17, 2024
https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/job/Fayetteville/Advisor-and-Academic-Services-Coordinator_R0003934 Department: INEG \| Industrial Engineering Assistant Director for Administration for the MSOM Program Department's Website: https://operations-management.uark.edu/ Summary of Job Duties: The primary responsibility of the Advisor and Academic Services Coordinator is to advise prospective and current students; recruit new students; process correspondence and course registration; oversee admission decisions and processes; manage graduation requirements for all students; and grow and maintain the program site in a sound and sustainable way. Primary duties for this position include, but are not limited to: advising graduate domestic and international students throughout their program until graduation, making admissions decisions, handling all graduation checks, recruiting new students, maximizing session enrollment, ensuring smooth operation of the site office as a full-service student interface, supporting applicants, and communicating with staff and faculty to assist with student success. This is a one-year appointment, renewable based on the need for the position, availability of funding, and continued satisfactory level of performance in the role. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, education administration, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education At least three years of relevant experience in education administration, business administration, or a related setting Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a higher education setting as a student advisor or in a position with knowledge of university systems Experience working with international students Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge of the work-related subject area, computers, and Microsoft Office software applications Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports Ability to research and analyze related work program information Ability to develop, recommend, interpret and apply policies and procedures Ability to communicate with staff, faculty, and students Salary Information: $39,000 Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Diversity Statement, Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s) Recruitment Contact Information: Ashley Reeves, ayoungbl@uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Additional Information: Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture and climate that embeds inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting Frequent Physical Activity: Hearing, Talking Occasional Physical Activity: Reaching, Walking Benefits Eligible: Yes