Academic Advisor, Senior
Boise State University

Job Info

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About Us:
Boise State University is located along the banks of the Boise River and a short stroll from the state capitol. We are committed to an innovative, transformative, and equitable educational environment that supports student success, and advances Idaho and the world.

Boise State is building an inclusive community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, cultural contributions, work history, and perspectives create a rich and rewarding academic experience for our students. Applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho's Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/
Job Summary/Basic Function:
Oversee the university's fellowship initiatives, including recruitment, advising and nomination of students and recent graduates for prestigious (inter)national awards. This position plays a key role in supporting students as they articulate their interests and ambitions and apply for fellowship opportunities to further their academic, personal and professional goals.
Department Overview:
More than 1000 students representing every department on campus participate in the Honors College at Boise State. These students are ambitious, hard-working and fully engaged in their education. Graduates from the program go on to receive national scholarships, land in top graduate schools around the world and begin exciting new careers.
Level Scope:
Recognized subject matter expert who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field with limited oversight from managers. Independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; requires deep job knowledge of area typically obtained through higher education combined with experience. Manages large projects or processes and problems faced are difficult and often complex; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. Influences others regarding policies, practices and procedures.
Essential Functions:
60% of the time the Academic Advisor, Senior will:

• Develop and facilitate initiatives and programs that encourage, guide and assist high achieving students and their faculty mentors in applying for competitive (inter)national awards.
• Supervise the academic and fellowship advisors.
• Build and maintain excellent cross-campus relationships with faculty and staff to coordinate a program broadly accessible to the entire student population.
• Assumes leadership roles that support academic programs and special projects.
• Cultivate partnerships with faculty, staff, and administrators university-wide and develop and facilitate initiatives regarding fellowship advising and Honors College programs.

35% of the time the Academic Advisor, Senior will:

• Conduct graduation checks and approve students for graduation from the Honors College.
• Work with the associate dean to process and approve substitution requests.
• Maintain data related to retention and graduation numbers.
• Represent the Honors College at summer orientations or other campus-wide events.
• Attend Honors-specific events that relate to student success.
• On occasion, train other academic advisors or peer advisors.

5% of the time the Academic Advisor, Senior will:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, administrators as well as external agencies/groups and the public.
• Demonstrated experience with outreach, promotion, and/or public relations activities.
• Experience multitasking, balancing and prioritizing the competing demands of overlapping application timelines.
• Good knowledge of: written, verbal, and presentation skills; university policies.
• Experience: advising and mentoring university students for high impact educational experiences; awareness of the unique challenges facing high achieving students.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Advanced Degree and 5 years of professional experience or equivalent relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Honors College or Honors Programs; familiarity with university curriculum.

Salary and Benefits:
Salary starts at $58,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Boise State University is committed to offering a benefits package that provides health and financial protection plans as well as resources to promote health and well-being. Our program provides flexibility so you can choose the benefits that are right for you and your family. Learn more about our benefit options at https://www.boisestate.edu/hrs/benefits/.
Required Application Materials:
Resume; Cover Letter; and contact information for three professional references

Advertised: May 17, 2024 Mountain Daylight Time
Applications close: June 15, 2024 11:55 PM Mountain Daylight Time

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