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Michigan State University Specialist - Advisor-Continuing in East Lansing, Michigan
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Specialist - Advisor-Continuing
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Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Social Science
Department:Social Science Dean 10038766
Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Student Services/Student Affairs, Continuing System Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union, Remote-Friendly
Working/Functional Title
Director of Academic Initiatives
Position Summary
Michigan State University actively promotes a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
This is a full time Academic Specialist - Advisor position in the continuing system. The Director of Academic Initiatives will support student journeys from recruitment to graduation by taking on the primary administrative load for the college, supporting the work of academic advisors within the college, and aligning college efforts with larger university initiatives.
The critical job responsibilities of the Director of Academic Initiatives include:
Assisting and supporting the Assistant Dean with annual planning and processes vital to the operations of the Office of Undergraduate Studies/Office of Undergraduate Affairs
Approving administrative forms, processing credit/no credit forms, completing RNR forms, and processing student requests to exceed repeat credit limit and/or to exceed 20 credits in a term
Administering Academic Standing for Undergraduate Students (ASUS) decisions and signing off on the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) process
Providing leadership, strategic vision, organization, and administrative oversight for New Student Orientation (NSO)
Providing college level organizational structure for advisor onboarding, training, and manage requests for systems access
Overseeing college-wide initiatives to streamline degree clearance/audits, conferrals, and course substitutions
Developing relationships with key regional and national associations that support orientation and/or advisor professional development
Supporting college-wide Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and policies for the benefit of students, enhancing the student academic experience, and communicating with individuals and groups from diverse social/economic/cultural backgrounds
Supporting university and college initiatives, including colloquium and commencement
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Masters -Student affairs or related field
Minimum Requirements
Masters degree in student affairs or related field
A minimum of five (5) years of academic advising and/or academic and student affairs experience
Ability to work as an effective member of a team and maintain positive collaborations with stakeholders
Sound decision making ability, excellent communication (written and oral), organizational, and interpersonal skills required
Knowledge of undergraduate academic policies and procedures
Engagement in relevant external professional activities
Desired Qualifications
A minimum of three (3) years of experience coordinating and leading training initiatives and professional development experiences for full-time professionals
Prior experience working with New Student Orientation (NSO), Campus Solutions, and Registrar’s Office (RO) systems and forms
Excellent written, oral, and dynamic presentation communication
Strong organizational skills
Required Application Materials
Cover Letter
CV
Contact information of three professional references
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to diversity/inclusion will advance MSU’s commitment to inclusive excellence
Special Instructions
For specific questions about the position, please contact Assistant Dean Ken Horne athornek@msu.edu.
Review of Applications Begins On
04/26/2024
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Website
https://socialscience.msu.edu/
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Advertised: Apr 12, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time