SIP Grant Academic Advisor

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Closing Date: Type of Position: Staff (Non-Classified) Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas.

The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations.

UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

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Department: SIP Grant Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College in North Little Rock, Arkansas, is accepting applications for an Academic Advisor to work on the Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) Grant. This position is grant funded with a five (5) year term. 1. Academic Advising to include the following: a. Support new and prospective student advising b.

Assist academic and career advising to current, new, and transfer students throughout the year c. Assist career exploration activities d. Participate in New Student Orientation activities to assist students in registration e. Assist holistic advising services to students within the advisor’s caseload f. Assist undecided students to select a major and map a plan to degree completion g.

Help students examine interests and abilities, connecting to career choices h. Assist students with resources and activities for job preparation and job seeking 2. This position specifically supports Allied Health programs. 3. Interpret and articulate test scores, prior college credits, and required developmental courses for desired degree. 4.

Assist students with access to other campus services and resources to include but not limited to counseling, disability services and/or tutoring. 5. Demonstrate the ability to develop and provide programs and activities to engage students; thereby increasing student retention and persistence. 6. Participate in monitoring, intervention, and follow-up in the UA-PTC Early Alert system. 7.

Provide intervention and support for students on Academic Probation and Suspension, as well as Financial Aid Warning and Suspension to increase retention and completion. 8. Participate in development and delivery of training for part-time advisors and faculty advisors. 9. Assist UA-PTC recruitment efforts by participating in school visits and/or campus tours at designated times. 10.

This position reports to the Dean of Science, Math, and Allied Health at UA-PTC. 11.

Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree Excellent problem solving, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Customer and solutions oriented with a strong commitment to customer service while maintaining compliance with policies Commitment to the mission of a comprehensive two-year college and an understanding of the different components of a student services operation Must be able to articulate and execute public speaking at a level students can understand and learn Must be flexible and willing to work longer hours during peak times Preferred Qualifications: A Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Personnel Services, or Counseling is preferred Two or more years of experience working in academic advising, counseling, or any other Higher Education setting Bilingual in Spanish Qualification Equivalencies: Additional Information: Salary Information: $40,000 to $42,000 Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s) Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants Recruitment Contact Information: Human Resources [email protected] 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.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Title IX protects the college community from sexual harassment in a school's education programs and activities.

This means that Title IX protects the college community in connection with all academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs of the school, whether those programs take place in a school's facilities, in college transportation, at a class or training program sponsored by the school at another location, or elsewhere. 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 is an equal opportunity institution.

The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy.

Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking Frequent Physical Activity: Grasping, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching Occasional Physical Activity: Crouching Benefits Eligible: Yes