Associate Campus Director, Student Advisor

 

 

 

Alliant International University is a professional practice University committed to excellence in four areas:  Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural and International Competence and Community Engagement.  The University provides students with the highest quality of education through excellence and innovation in academic scholarship, applied training and research, and community service, particularly to underserved populations.  Through its Mission, the University's goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to provide public benefit and make an impact in their communities by addressing major contemporary social issues.  Core competencies of the University's training programs include cultural diversity, which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students, faculty.

 

Our Mission:
Alliant International University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership, and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world.

 

 Our Vision:
An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni.

 

 

Position Summary:

Under the guidance of the Regional Director of Campus and Student Services, or their designee, the Associate Campus Director, Student Advisor plays a pivotal role in supporting the campus's recruitment and admissions initiatives. This role also leads the student services functions to enhance the overall candidate experience, bolster student retention, and drive graduation success. Key responsibilities encompass Recruitment, Admissions, Student Advising, Campus Operations, Orientation, Commencement & Community Activities, and resolving student issues.

In addition to serving as the on-campus Student Advisor, the Associate Campus Director, Student Advisor is the primary individual responsible for managing day-to-day campus operations, making local management decisions, and overseeing campus activities. This position also supervises onsite IT and facilities support roles and shares a reporting relationship with other campus staff, including those in Admissions and Financial Aid, within a matrix environment.

 

Starting Salary: $66,650 annualized, exempt position. 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Master’s degree in Education, Counseling or Management or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience: Two to five (2-5) years of progressively responsible higher education student/academic advising or closely related professional experience, preferably in graduate or professional education. Supervision experience of professional staff preferred. Demonstrated success in leading teams of diverse employees as well as experience with enlivening and fostering a climate that values and embraces all forms of human diversity.

Certifications, Licenses, etc.: None.

 

Skills:

•            Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office applications (especially, Word & Excel), CARS, CX integrated database or equivalent databases.

•            Supervision skills needed as well as advanced advising skills, effective organization and written and oral communication skills, substantial teaching and advising skills.

•            Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (both in writing and verbally) with a diverse student, faculty and community is essential.

•            Sensitivity to cultural diversity and ability to communicate and interact effectively with people of all ages and diverse background.

•            The position requires multi-tasking abilities, exceptional interpersonal/cross-cultural communication skills.

•            A high degree of multicultural and international competency.

•            The ability to organize and plan work, and the ability to complete tasks with accuracy and meet deadlines.

•            Proven ability to work effectively as a team player.

•            Highly motivated, focused and results oriente