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Hiring Department
Trulaske College of Business
Job Description
The Trulaske College of Business has immediate openings for 2 Sr. Academic Advisors to advise students with interest in the Trulaske College of Business regarding issues such as degree requirements, choosing a major, probationary concern, course registration and other concerns.
Responsibilities for the positions vary.
Position 1:
Advise undergraduate business students
• Track progress for applying to the upper level
• Check graduation requirements
• Counsel on career preparation
• Academic advising
• Advise students regarding students' schedule
• Work with probation/academic actions
• Maintain communication with advisees
• Evaluate transcripts
• Referrals
• Transitional Advising
Direct Peer Advising and Student Success Initiatives
• Direct all aspects of the Academic Peer Advising Program.
• Lead the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, scheduling, supervision, and ongoing training and professional development of Peer Advisors.
• Develop and assess peer advising services to ensure consistent, high-quality support for students.
• Coordinate student success initiatives in collaboration with advising staff and campus partners.
• Develop and implement targeted outreach, interventions, and programming for Advising Group 4 students, the college's highest-risk student population.
• Lead the development and implementation of parallel planning initiatives and programming for "Murky Middle" students to support informed academic decision-making and successful progression to upper-level admission.
• Serve as the College of Business liaison for Tiger Pathways, coordinating communication, programming, and referrals with campus partners.
• Coordinate outreach efforts for non-enrolled students to improve retention and re-enrollment outcomes.
• Lead the college's participation in the campus-wide Recruit Back/Finish Line initiative for former business students seeking degree completion.
• Assess program effectiveness using student success and retention data and recommend continuous improvements to peer advising and student success initiatives.
Manage the Academic Actions program for the college.
• Lead a team of advisors who conduct a review of students on dismissal and probation status each semester
• Draft and send timely communications to students and their advisors regarding academic standing
• Coordinate with the University Registrar's Office to ensure accuracy of student academic standing reports and complete analysis of that information.
• Manage all aspects of the academic recovery program for students who are on academic probation to support their future academic success
Other Duties as Assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Undergraduate Advising
Position 2:
Advise Undergraduate Business Students - Provide comprehensive academic advising to undergraduate business students regarding degree planning, academic policies, and student success.
• Academic advising and degree planning
• Track progress toward upper-level admission
• Review graduation requirements
• Advise on course selection and registration
• Counsel students on academic success and career preparation
• Evaluate transfer and test credit
• Maintain communication with assigned advisees
• Make referrals to campus resources
• Provide transitional advising
• Support students experiencing academic challenges
Coordinate Certificate and Minor Programs - Provide leadership for the administration of the College of Business certificate and minor programs serving students across the university.
• Process certificate and minor declarations
• Complete graduation clearance for certificate and minor students
• Manage shared certificate and minor program email inboxes
• Serve as the primary contact for students, faculty, advisors, and staff regarding certificate and minor requirements, policies, and procedures
• Coordinate with academic departments and campus partners to ensure accurate and efficient program administration
• Monitor enrollment, maintain program records, and recommend process improvements to enhance service and operational efficiency
Coordinate Undergraduate Advising Communications - Lead the development and maintenance of advising communications to ensure accurate, consistent, and accessible information.
• Maintain and update the Undergraduate Advising Office website
• Coordinate updates to advising handbooks, forms, guides, and other print and digital resources
• Develop and maintain internal and external communications for students, faculty, and staff
• Ensure advising materials reflect current university and college policies and procedures
• Support communication initiatives that promote student success and office operations
Supervise Student Employees - Provide leadership and oversight for Undergraduate Advising Office work-study students in collaboration with the Student Support Specialist.
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and training student employees
• Supervise daily work assignments and office responsibilities
• Monitor performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Support front-line office operations and customer service
Other Duties as Assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Undergraduate Advising.
Shift
8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday, occasional evening and weekends
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree or bachelor's degree with equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
• Prefer experience 1-2 years working in higher education serving as an advisor to students. Knowledge of academic policies and student affairs is also beneficial
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $45,968.00 - $59,374.00 per year
Grade: GGS 009
University Title: Academic Advisor SR
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Application Materials
Please include a cover letter, resume, and a list of 3 references with the online application.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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