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JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 20841 The College of Integrated Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at Rock County seeks an Academic Advisor (AE002). JOB DETAILS: This is a full-time academic advisor position with responsibilities in both the Solution Center and TRIO SSS departments on the Rock County campus in Janesville, WI. This is a highly cross trained position which will require a strong understanding of the institutional and system protocol for the areas of admissions, advising, financial aid, accessibility, and enrollment services. This position is student focused and will require candidates to understand diverse student needs, placement test scores, select proper courses for the intended major, explore career and transfer opportunities. Typical hours of this position are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday. Occasional evening hours may be required. The advising position engages students in decision making processes and promotes appropriate and responsible choices on academic matters such as course selection and degree requirements. Maintains appropriate confidentiality, updates student advising records, and contributes to the development and delivery of academic advising related events and programs. Works to ensure students receive accurate, timely, and holistic advising services in support of promoting student success, retention, and program completion. Strives to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment. RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist Solution Center with advising which includes helping students with program planning, course selection, degree requirements, registration and schedule review Determine the type of academic, personal and social support services needed by students and refer for those services. Provide each student with academic, transfer, career, financial aid and financial literacy advising several times each semester. Maintain timely records of all student contacts and prepare reports on student progress and the delivery of support services. Maintain confidentiality and accurate student records in Navigate concerning scheduled advising appointments and respond to academic inquiries according to established institutional and Family Rights and Privacy Action (FERPA) policies. Utilize all software programs and available technology when advising students Recommend eligible students for TRIO SSS program participation. Assist those who are not fulfilling TRIO SSS program expectations, or who are in academic jeopardy, and facilitate delivery of needed services. Meet regularly with TRIO SSS staff to assess needs and monitor progress of individual students. Assist with advising, calling campaigns, progress reports and Navigate notes for all students assigned students The advisor will be located on the Rock County campus with time split between the TRIO SSS office and the Solution Center. Assist staff with programs related to the recruitment, retention, orientation, and registration of students including SOAR and Welcome Back events. Cross trained in all consolidated areas of the Solution Center and TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by May 23rd, 2024, are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or hr@uww.edu. For questions regarding this position, please contact: Stacy Randall Search Committee Chair 262-472-5036 randalls@UWW.edu For additional details and to apply, visit the following website and search for Job ID 20841: www.careers.wisconsin.edu ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor\'s degree Desired Qualific tions: Experience with academic advising in a higher education setting Life experiences similar to those of students to be served Understanding of university structure ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.careers.wisconsin.edu