University of Michigan Hiring for Honors Academic Advisor at Ann Arbor, MI Full Time

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The College of Engineering Honors Program identifies highly talented students who demonstrate extraordinary academic ability, intellectual curiosity, and clear potential to make a difference as a leader in their field. The CoE Honors Academic Advisor will advise prospective and current Honors program students to ensure that they are completing requirements for the program and are fully engaged in the enriching activities of the Honors community. The CoE Honors Academic Advisor will report to the Assistant Director of Honors & Engagement Programs.

Who We Are

About the College of Engineering

Michigan Engineering seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitments to serve the diverse people of Michigan, fulfill the College’s Guiding Principles, and sustain the excellence of the College of Engineering.

To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion visit: https://www.engin.umich.edu/about/diversity/

To learn more about the College of Engineering strategic vision visit: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

Generous time off

A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Family Leave

Responsibilities*

Advising (50%)

Advise students on curriculum and manage progress; maintain audit; approve audits for graduation

Meet with students to explore focus areas in the Engineering Honors Program. Guide students through process of identifying a faculty advisor; help students navigate faculty advisor relationships and communication

Advise students in planning co-curricular experience, mentor the ePortfolio development process, provide career counseling

Coordinate with CAPS, the CoE OSSA and CoE Scholarships and other student support areas to ensure student success, persistence and well-being

Approach work with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Advising Administration (25%)

Develop strategies for retention, with a focus on diversity, equity and inclusion

Onboard Honors & EGL faculty advisors; communicate with capstone faculty advisors related to procedures and policy issues

Communicate with the Tauber Institute for Global Operations on individual student concerns, advocating for broader student needs and coordination of partnership

Partner with the International Center to help students understand the impact of college and immigration policy on individual academic or career goals

Implement peer advisor training and ongoing support

Maintain student records database

Represent the program at events for prospective students; present at information sessions

Collaborate on advising initiatives within CoE departments/programs and related programs across UM; collaborate with International Minor advisor and Ross School of Business Academic Services; participate in CoE undergraduate program advisor meetings.

Program Support (20%)

Work closely with the Director and Assistant Director to assist in program development; recommend and implement advising enhancements and initiatives

Serve on the Honors & EGL admissions committee

Coordinate with Design Expo staff to provide a capstone showcase for Honors Capstone projects

Maintain alumni database and establish community among program alumni, and between program alumni and current students

Contribute to Honors Seminars through curriculum recommendations and instruction; recommend and approve student exceptions; manage advising interventions to ensure successful Honors Seminar and program completion

Maintain program data

Miscellaneous (5%)

Miscellaneous duties that support the College of Engineering and UM mission

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor’s Degree, with additional 3 or more years relevant experience.

Enthusiasm about working closely with a diverse student population on a one-on-one basis, and in small groups

Handle confidential issues

Willingness to work occasional weekend and evening hours.

Desired Qualifications*

Master’s Degree in Counseling or a related area and experience with counseling in higher education.

Experience working with students in STEM fields, along with an understanding of the special advising needs of high-achieving students.

Experience with Appreciative Advising

Knowledge of FERPA and U-M policies and procedures.

Previous record-keeping and database development experience; ability to work in web-based data systems

Work Locations

This position has been classified as onsite for the 2021-22 academic year during the school year and flex during the summer. More information can be found at: https://rpm.engin.umich.edu/human-resources/telecommuting/

Additional Information

This is a term-limited position through June 2023 with the possibility of extension for additional years and/or into a permanent position based on the needs of the program.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine. This includes those working remotely. More information on this new policy is available on the Campus Blueprint website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.

Job Opening ID

211795

Working Title

Honors Academic Advisor

Job Title

Academic Advisor/Couns Inter

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

College Engineering

Department

CoE Undergraduate Education

Posting Begin/End Date

2/07/2022 – 2/20/2022

Salary

$45,000.00 – $53,000.00

Career Interest

Academic & Student Services