Academic Advising Director directs the academic advising department, its processes, and its advisors. Works closely with academic advisors to ensure that a proactive and high-quality approach is taken with all students advising needs. Being an Academic Advising Director assists Dean or Associate Dean in the preparation and implementation of department wide goals, procedures, and controls. Analyzes existing goals and programs and recommends improvements. Additionally, Academic Advising Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to the associate dean. The Academic Advising Director manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be an Academic Advising Director typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Cross-College Advising Service (CCAS) provides holistic and developmental advising for students who are exploring their academic and career interests. Any student who is undecided or thinking about changing majors is welcomed at CCAS. Advisors at CCAS are knowledgeable about majors and certificates across all eight undergraduate schools and colleges. Our advising team serves students using multiple modalities at our main office and in five residence hall advising offices across campus. The foundations of our service rest on the principles of Belong, Explore, Become, and we strive to create a community where students and staff are supported to grow and develop according to their strengths, interests, and values. You can learn more about CCAS at ccas.wisc.edu.
CCAS seeks to hire an Assistant Director whose work will be organized around four themed areas: Supervision, Academic Advising, Leadership, and Program/Project Management. Please review the Tasks section below for greater details.
This position may require some pre-scheduled weekend and evening work and reports to the Director of CCAS. Cross-College Advising Service (CCAS) is one of seven subunits within the Office of Academic and Career Success (OACS) which is housed within the Division for Teaching and Learning (DTL) along with the Center for Teaching, Learning, and Mentoring (CTLM), the Wisconsin Institute for Science Education and Community Engagement (WISCIENCE), the Morgridge Center for Public Service, the Rebecca M. Blank Center for Campus History (CCH), Indigenous Education/Our Shared Future, and the Student Learning Assessment (SLA) office.
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Required
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred
Master's Degree
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location, and with occasional pre-scheduled work outside of normal business hours.
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $70,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The expected salary range for this position is $70,000 to $75,000. Actual pay will depend on experience and qualifications.
Employees in this position can expect to receive a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please visit: http://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf.
The Division for Teaching and Learning (DTL) strives to create a healthy, welcoming, and inclusive space for all and encourages applications from candidates who foster and promote the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of the appointment.
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Applicants will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume. (A Curriculum Vitae will not be accepted.) These written materials are an opportunity for you to share with the search committee relevant qualifications and experience. PDF documents preferred but not required.
If selected for a finalist interview, applicants will be asked to supply 3 references, including a current or most recent supervisor (if not currently employed). No references will be contacted without advance notice.
We are committed to reducing bias in the recruitment process and utilize a redacted application process, which is the practice of removing personally identifiable information from application materials, before the screening of applicants begins. This may include, but is not limited to, name, gender, age, education, address, dates (such as graduation dates), photos, references, links to personal webpages, supervisor names, and/or citizenship.
Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Emma Voight
emma.sippel@wisc.edu
608-262-8152
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Academic Adv Asst Dir (Inst)(AE180)
Department(s):A37-DIV FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING/OACS/CCAS
Employment Class:Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:295753-AS
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