Auburn University Hiring for Assistant Director, Exploratory Academic Advising at Auburn, AL Full Time

Requisition Number S2192P

Home Org Name Career Discovery & Success (Orgn: 18100)

Division Name Provost and VP Academic Affair

Position Title Assistant Director, Exploratory Academic Advising

Job Class Code AB37

Appointment Status Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Career Discovery and Success seeks candidates for the position of Assistant Director, Exploratory Academic Advising to join our team to lead and support the University’s strategic goals for student achievement.

About Career Discovery and Success:
Career Discovery and Success believes career development occurs in all facets of the student experience, and that all students are entitled to comprehensive, high-quality services that support academic planning, the development of and articulation of career competencies, career decision-making, and connections with industry opportunities.

Our mission is to support positive academic and career outcomes by offering exceptional and innovative advising and career services to our students, faculty, staff, employer partners and alumni. This mission undergirds our vision to be an office of career service excellence that empowers everyone across the University landscape to integrate career development across all dimensions of the student experience, while inspiring others through our work within the field.

The cornerstone of our mission and vision are our values, which connect to those of the University. We value individual growth and development, diversity and inclusion of thought and culture, collaborative innovation, mutual respect, integrity, and stewardship. These values guide us in the strategic pursuit to live our mission and envisioned purpose.

The Exploration Center within Career Discovery and Success supports academic and career exploration, planning, and decision-making. The Exploration Center is a foundational contributor to student success and provides essential programs and services to all students, along with specific programs, services, and academic courses for those students who identify as exploratory.

As a leader within the Exploration Center, the Assistant Director, under the supervision of the Director and in coordination with other Assistant Directors, builds student services and programs while leading a team of professionals in setting bold goals and making innovative plans to establish intentional, outcome-driven student support. These leadership efforts foster opportunities for career and academic exploration, planning, and competency development. Through their work, the Assistant Director expands the coordinated support between exploratory academic advisors and career counselors, develops strategic engagement and communication across functional teams within Career Discovery and Success and across the Auburn University Advisor Caucus and Career Services Network to enhance exploration opportunities and the sharing accurate major and career information to support strategic departmental, division-wide, and university initiatives.

About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship, and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.

Why employees choose Auburn: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts, and more!

It’s a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!

Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn.

Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Essential Functions

Manages daily operations related to Major Exploration and Academic Advising practice within The Exploration Center, a functional and interdependent unit within Career Discovery and Success.

Provides supervision and training for exploratory academic advisors, who may provide supervision to graduate assistants and student workers. Works with the Assistant Director of Career Exploration to cross-train exploratory career counselors and academic advisors.

Collaborates with the Assistant Director of Career Exploration and the Director of Exploration Center by assisting in establishing and implementing policies and procedures related to individual and group major exploration and academic advising.

Supports the development of new major exploration and academic advising programs and services related to strategic initiatives.

Oversees the planning and coordination of referral and advising processes for at-risk students across Auburn’s colleges.

Advises a mixed caseload of exploratory majors and students who have been referred to the Exploration Center, teaches at a minimum one section of EXPL 1010 as lead instructor/instructor of records each year, and supports the development of course curriculum and supervision of co-instructors each semester.

Assists in collecting and reporting activity, satisfaction, and outcomes data in collaboration with the Director on a semester and annual basis. Works with the Director of the Exploration Center and Assistant Director of Career Exploration to support the development of an evaluation plan and possible research agenda related to major and career exploration, academic advising, and related programs and services to provide accountability, continual improvement, and demonstration of best practices.

Serves as liaison to academic advising units in the colleges, student support offices, and other constituencies to enhance collaborations that support student success.

Plans and conducts orientation sessions for new exploratory majors, in collaboration with the Director of The Exploration Center, and occasionally delivers education programs to community groups and agencies.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

Education Level Masters Degree

Field of Study

Degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Business, Liberal Arts, or related field. Ph.D. preferred.

Years of Experience 5

Area of Experience

Experience in advising and student services to include some experience administering and/or coordinating academic advising services.

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Alternate Minimum Education and Experience (If available)

Education Level

Field of Study

Years of Experience

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Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of academic advising principles and student development theory.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range $54,900 – $93,300

Job Category Academic Advising/Support

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in: Auburn

State position is located: Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date 11/18/2022

Closing Date 12/02/2022

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.