Senior Academic Advisor

Position Overview

Merrimack College has an opening for a Senior Academic Advisor. The Senior Academic Advisor will advise, mentor, and support students in the School of Arts and Sciences. The Senior Academic Advisor will work with undecided students in the sciences and student part of the “Discover” program. Senior Academic Advisors will be meeting 1-on-1 and in small group settings with students. In this role, Senior Academic Advisors provide student-centered guidance, curriculum planning, academic advising, assistance in selecting concentrations/minors/courses, exploration into career options, foundational level of academic support, and help students connect with clubs and organizations. This position reports to the Assistant Dean of Student Advising and Services. This position will work closely with students, faculty, their school, their Advising Center, Student Success, and the Division of Career Outcomes and Employer Engagement to identify and create pathways for student success.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Proactively work with students to provide holistic, academic support

• Maintains student course curriculum records to ensure students are on track for degree completion

• Assist students with operational processes including: course planning and registration, withdrawal, change of major/minors, override request, etc.;

• Responsible for case managing students, as part of college case management collaboration

• Make appropriate referrals to professionals across campus

• Work in collaboration with the Career Advisor to ensure students have the experiences and resources to excel in their fields

• Work in collaboration with the Career Advisor to assess involvement and encourage participation in internships, co-ops, research and other experiential learning initiatives that will provide industry experience

• Collaborate with the O’Brien Center for Career Development to plan and implement major/industry-specific programs in your school

• Assume shared responsibility for assessing and modifying/updating website content related to career outcomes, student experiences and industry partnership

• Build collaborative and supportive relationships with faculty, academic and career related offices

• Represent the School Advising Center at key Admission, Orientation, Student Life and Alumni events

• Elevate student experiences and achievements through social media, communications, web site, O’Brien Center reports and prepare for Admission reports/events

• Support school based student academic clubs and organizations with programming and events in collaboration with the Senior Career Advisor

• Oversee graduate fellows

• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree required.

• Three or more years of academic advising experience, preferably with undergraduate students.

• Knowledge of degree programs and corresponding career options.

• Understanding of educational requirements and advising processes.

• Excellent problem solving, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Willingness to learn and develop as an advising professional.

• Experience and/or commitment to working with a diverse student population.

• Ability to relate well to students, faculty, staff, and parents/family members.

• This is a 12 month position with occasional weekend and evening responsibilities.

Application Materials Should Include:

• Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission, our values, and our desire to be a more diverse, equitable and inclusive institution of higher learning

• Resume

• Names and contact information for three (3) references.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a