Academic Advisor/Assistant Instructor of Orientation U99735

MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY invites applicants to apply for the position of Academic Advisor/Assistant Instructor of Orientation in the Office of Freshman Advising.
 
POSITION INFORMATION:  This is a full-time, 12-month, unclassified position.  The appointment is available immediately.   
 
POSITION NUMBER:  U99735
 
SALARY: $41,500

DEADLINE:  Open until filled.
 
APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS:  For the application process, applicants MUSTcomplete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below:

• Letter of Application detailing experience relevant to the position
• Resume
• Three Professional References (include: name, phone number, and e-mail address) 
• Unofficial Transcripts

The Academic Advisor/Instructor of Orientation reports to the Director of Freshman Advising and is responsible for functions related to advising, transcript evaluation, orientation, and graduation.  The Academic Advisor/Instructor of Orientation will work closely with students, faculty, Athletics, Honors College, Registrar’s Office, Admissions and Recruiting, Financial Aid, Scholarships, Testing Services, and International Programs.
 
Additionally, the Advisor:

• Maintains an advising load of approximately 600 students based on selection of major and academic requirements.
• Is responsible for preparing student advising forms based on admissions application, test scores and transcripts.
• Informs students of their responsibilities in light of institutional policies.
• Monitors student registration activities and recommends solutions to academic difficulties.
• Maintains accurate records of student interactions.
• Provides assistance and support to new student and parent enrollment and orientation activities.
• Assists in the interviewing, selection, and training of Peer Leaders. 
• Participates in the development, implementation, review, presentation and revision of new student enrollment activities for first-time freshmen, transfer students, and parents.
• Oversees the on-line orientation module and updates information/videos on the website
• Participates in the planning, implementation and the evaluation of the academic advisement program’s goals and objectives.
• Participates in institutional student development and retention programs.
• Refers students to other student support services when appropriate.
• Serves as a liaison with other departments and a resource for students.
• Communicates effectively and successfully with diverse populations.
• Interprets test scores, unofficial transcripts and course prerequisites for students.
• Honors and stays abreast of changing institutional, ULS and state requirements and deadlines.
• Participates in all orientation events and any weekend or after-hours events that support recruitment, advisement, or retention of undergraduate students.
• Engages in professional development activities as directed by supervisor.
• Completes other duties as assigned by the Director of Freshman Advising and Retention or Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management.

Required:  

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred from a regionally accredited institution
• Excellent communication skills via telephone, email, and all other written exchanges and in person 
• Excellent computer skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work and interact with diverse individuals and groups at all levels
• Ability to thoroughly understand and abide by federal and university guidelines and student confidentiality requirements

• Significant work experience in higher education or other educational setting
• Experience working with Ellucian Banner

McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.
 
McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.
 
Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator, Krisshunn Youngblood, Office of Inclusive Excellence: Voice: (337) 475-5428; TDD/TTY, Hearing Impaired: (337) 562-4227; or kyoungblood@mcneese.edu.
 
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment.  McNeese participates in E-Verify.
 
Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-“Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees”-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position, whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars, provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana driver’s license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.
 
Transcripts from Foreign Universities:  Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a University-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services (www.wes.org) or Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.www.ece.org.