Position Vacancy Announcement

Florida A&M University's Center for Academic Advising is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Academic Advisor/Counselor vacancy.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Counselor/Advisor include, but are not limited to: Assisting students with appropriate course selection and class registration; Engaging assigned students through a variety of communication streams; Utilizing a wide range of software and computer systems to track and analyze student progression and retention; Analyzing student data and taking appropriate action to promote student success including case management of at-risk students; Tracking the advancement of students to provide curricular management guidance and assistance for at-risk students; Assisting students with understanding careers within their academic major.

Providing information to students across university offices that may include admissions, financial aid, academic advising, career services, international students, and disability services; Building internal and external academic partnerships to enhance services provided to advisees; Making referrals from resources to assist in student's career and educational success; Serving as a liaison between students and the academic unit.

Providing guidance to enrolled students individually or in group settings regarding career decisions, degree plans, and transfer opportunities; Identifying skill gaps and advising students on relevant and available academic support resources to meet their needs; Working with and referring students for appropriate assistance in career development activities; Submitting student satisfaction surveys and other assigned reports monthly; Serving on committees as assigned; and performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience in a professional setting.

Recommended Competencies

Excellent time management skills;

Excellent customer relations skills;

Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships;

Ability to review and analyze student needs and recommend appropriate success strategies and referrals;

Ability to serve diverse populations and cultures;

Ability to work flexible hours including some evening and weekend hours consistent with student needs;

Ability to manage large amounts of information related to academic programs, University policies and procedures, and federal regulations;

Ability to work independently with little supervision; and,

Proficient with MS Office 365, PeopleSoft, and other software applications including Canvas and Civitas.

Anticipated Salary Range

From $43,260 To $43,260

Pay Plan

This is a Faculty position.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.

How To Apply

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.

Equal Opportunity/Access

Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Other Information

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, FAMU is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

These requirements do not apply to U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents if the employment or training was/is through an agency of the U.S. Government. For more information on what information must be provided and the screening process, please contact the Office of Research Integrity at ori@famu.edu.