Job Summary

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter must include examples of how your past work experience is applicable to this position.

Job Summary

The Department of Public Health and Health Sciences (PHHS) at the University of Michigan-Flint is seeking a full-time Academic Advisor Intermediate. Academic Advisors directly contribute to the University's retention and degree completion goals. Each advisor manages an assigned undergraduate student caseload, supporting students in all facets of their transition to the University and completion of their degree. Successful advisors engage early and often with their assigned caseload, monitor students' academic progress, and coordinate with faculty, academic support services, and other University resources.

This position will report directly to the Office Manager.

Responsibilities*

Work Systematically with undergraduate students to oversee course schedules and update degree completion plans
Assess student needs, referring students to appropriate university resources, such as
Financial Aid, Tutorial Support, Writing Center, Counseling and Psychological Services, Disability and Accessibility Support Services, and Career Services
Conduct College Student Inventory (CSI) review meetings with new students
Document all advising appointments/interactions in the appropriate University advising system
Attend new student orientation sessions, providing registration support
Conduct confidential conversations using confidential information to provide advising services
Use technology and data management to support the implementation and assessment of retention and student outreach programs with Public Health and Health Sciences faculty. The emphasis is on systems dedicated to student academic success, such as those rooted in early academic warning, predictive modeling, and developmental academic advising
Participate in prospective student recruitment for the department
Perform other assigned tasks consistent with the scope of the position.

The above is provided as an outline in assisting staff relative to job responsibilities. It is not meant to be so prescriptive as to prevent additional responsibilities relevant to this role. A full job description will be shared with candidates selected for interviews.

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's degree in a related profession such as Counseling, Psychology, Student Affairs, health related degrees or other relevant disciplines
Two (2) years of college level academic advising experience
Familiarity with computer information systems, web-based records and registration, such as: Banner, Degree Works, Business Objects, and Salesforce
Documented ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports with minimal errors.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

103753 - Academic Advisor/Counselor Associate (Hybrid)

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Less than two years relevant experience, comprised of one or more years working with students, preferably at the collegiate level, and/or less than two years of academic advising, or similar student facing experience
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Suite software, Adobe Acrobat, Google applications, web editing, and Zoom
Comfortable presenting complex information in face-to-face and online modalities

Academic Advisor/Counselor Associate level salary range is $37,800 to $47,200

Why Work at U-M Flint?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.

Benefits include:

Generous time off
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service, with immediate vesting.
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance.
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Eligibility for benefits is based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility and download the Comprehensive Benefits for Faculty and Staff flier.

UM-Flint offers tuition support for eligible UM-Flint staff members. In addition, UM-Flint offers dependent tuition support (DTS) for qualified dependents of faculty and staff from all UM campuses. Information can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/hr/ benefits/

Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/ chancellor/leadership-mission- vision/

University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/.

The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.

Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world.

Modes of Work

Hybrid

The work requirements allow both onsite and offsite work and an employee has an expected recurring onsite presence. On occasion, the employee may be required and must be available to work onsite more frequently if necessitated by unit leadership or their designee and/or the job requirements.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes here.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.