Academic Advisor jobs in Denver, CO
Academic Advisor advises university/college students in course and major selection, requirements for selected area of concentration, and post-college plans. Assists students in setting academic goals, course planning and career development. Being an Academic Advisor may work with individual students or groups. Requires a bachelor's degree in counseling or related field or its equivalent. Additionally, Academic Advisor typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Academic Advisor gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be an Academic Advisor typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Academic Advisor
- State of Colorado
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Denver, CO
FULL_TIME
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THIS IS A NON-CLASSIFIED POSITION
Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment. CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors and staff of diverse backgrounds.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Academic Advisor reports directly to the Senior Academic Advisor and then to the Director of Advising, Retention, and Persistence as a second level supervisor. The Academic Advising Center assists in the persistence, retention and graduation of new and returning students. Advisors provide students with accurate and current information about academic programs and campus policies, empower students to own their educational choices and career path decisions, make referrals to supportive services and offices on campus in order to keep students engaged in their educational goals, and guide students to completion of the appropriate degree or certificate program.
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the persistence, retention and completion of CCD students. Academic Advisors serve their assigned students from the beginning to the end of their CCD tenure, in accordance with key benchmarks and philosophy of advising services that CCD employs, which focuses on motivating students to complete certificate/degree requirements and successfully transfer to a 4-year institution and/or enter the work-force upon completion. Staff must demonstrate a commitment to the mission, vision, and philosophy of community college.
Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.
If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program.
CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.
Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.
CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
For a complete review of the benefits we offer, please click on the following link:
https://www.cccs.edu/employee-resources/employee-benefits/.PRIMARY DUTIES
Student Advisement and Pathways
- Assist and advise students towards the persistence and completion of their academic and career goals.
- Provide context related to CCD’s pathways / cluster offerings. Work with students to determine appropriate placement based on assessment requirements, discuss academic planning based on academic/career goals, provide direction related to registration, and direct students to internal/external resources to assist with barriers to their educational goals.
- Exhibit consistent knowledge and expertise related to all enrollment and financial aid policies and procedures, as well as knowledge related to determined academic program specialties and CCD programs in general.
- Maintain accurate records of all advising contacts using designated software or systems such as Banner, STEAR, etc.
- Ensure that advisee caseloads adhere to advising model process and that students are persisting. Manage advisee loads according to the annual maintenance and flow priorities as to communication, focus, workload, and documentation.
Communication and Customer Service
- Maintain communication with all necessary stakeholders and constituents in order to effectively respond to individual student needs, mainly facilitated through use of the Early Alert System, referrals to internal/external resources and offices, and continual communication with assigned advisees.
- Actively pursue and maintain currency on determined program pathways, as well as academic program options, in general, through participation in professional development, training, and use of best practices.
Student Progress and Program Completion
- Promote students’ progress from intentional advising to self-sufficiency in accordance with the advising philosophy, including how to make decisions, declare and confirm their intended major or career pathway, measure their own progress as it relates to their educational goals, select and register for college courses, and utilize the CCD student Portal.
- Provide accurate information and advising related to degrees and certificates to ensure students follow the prescribed program plans in order to complete their certificate/degree and/or to transfer to a four-year college/university or be prepared to enter the workforce upon graduation in accordance with college wide enrollment, persistence, and completion goals.
Professional Development
- Maintain currency about best advising practices to include, but not limited to, attendance and participation in staff meetings, departmental/division-wide professional development and trainings, review of professional literature, and professional association websites/resources; also includes participation in campus committees as assigned or selected.
Other duties as assigned.
Any equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology or related field.
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience in academic advising or counseling in higher education or high school, or related work with at-risk students/clients.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Knowledge of academic advising and career development practices and principles.
• Knowledge of working with underrepresented student populations including students of color, first generation and low income students.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills in order to provide high quality customer service to students.
• Knowledge and ability to promote student learning and development.
• Facilitation of effective advising/group advising programs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and some weekend assignments.
• Adept with use of MS Office Suite and other related/similar software.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Master’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, or a related field.
Experience:
Three (3) years of experience in academic advising or counseling in higher education or high school, or related work including student contact in a high-risk environment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Bilingual.
• Experience with a student information system, such as Banner.
• Knowledge of programs of study, including general education requirements and prerequisites for academic pathways.
• Knowledge of Career Clusters, meta majors and guided pathways.
• Knowledge of workforce education trends, occupations and career options.
• Ability to identify relevant community resources and external support services and connect students as appropriate.
• Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small groups, as well as, ability to write reports, business correspondence and communication tools.
Equipment Used:
• Computers
• Office machines (copiers, fax, scanners, etc)APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccd which includes:
- Electronic Application, Click ‘New Resume’ at the bottom of this page
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references
- Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred
- Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable
**All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts
***Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four (4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.
- 9 Days Ago
Academic Advisor
- Elizabeth School District
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Elizabeth, CO
OTHER
- Position Type: Middle School TeachingDate Posted: 4/27/2024Location: Elizabeth Middle SchoolDate Available: August 2024Closing Date: 06/30/2024
- 9 Days Ago
Senior Academic Advisor
- State of Colorado
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Denver, CO
FULL_TIME
- THIS POSITION IS NON-CLASSIFIEDGJD-415680 5/23: Academic Advising and Student Success Center Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive le...
- 10 Days Ago
Paid Media Specialist
- Academic Partnerships
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Denver, CO
FULL_TIME
- Academic Partnerships assists primarily regional universities in increasing their access and impact by making their academic programs available to students online. Founded in 2007, AP's mission is to ...
- 6 Days Ago
Reading and Writing Tutor
- Planting Seed Academic Solution
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Commerce, CO
PART_TIME
- Here at Planting Seeds Academic Solution, we believe that a good education is a foundation for a better future! Position: Reading and Writing Tutor for Kindergarten Location: Commerce City, CO Salary:...
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- Planting Seed Academic Solution
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PART_TIME
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- Cherry Creek School District
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- 5/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Freshman Outreach and Retention Specialist
- City and County of Denver
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Denver, CO
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- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Student Success Specialist (Administrative Coordinator)
- State of Colorado
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Denver, CO
- Department Information THIS IS S NON-CLASSIFIED POSITION GJD-414060 9/22: TRIO Student Support Services Community Colleg...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Mental Health Clinical Nursing Adjunct Faculty
- Arizona College of Nursing
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Aurora, CO
- Why You Should Work With Us:: Arizona College of Nursing is seeking knowledgeable, engaging, and hands-on Masters-prepar...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Senior Academic Advisor
- State of Colorado
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Denver, CO
- Salary: $54,601.29 - $60,061.41 Annually Location : Denver County, CO Job Type: Full Time Job Number: GJD-415680 5/23 De...
- 5/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Assistant Professor of Environmental Engineering
- Metropolitan State University of Denver
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Denver, CO
- Department Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology The Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology...
- 5/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
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- Course Advisor Inc
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Denver, CO
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- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
General Education Adjunct-BIO 205 Microbiology
- Arizona College of Nursing
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Aurora, CO
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- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Denver, Colorado
Denver is in the center of the Front Range Urban Corridor, between the Rocky Mountains to the west and the High Plains to the east. Denver's topography consists of plains in the city center with hilly areas to the north, west and south. According to the United States Census Bureau the city has a total area of 155 square miles (401 km2), of which 153 square miles (396 km2) is land and 1.6 square miles (4.1 km2) (1.1%) is water. The City and County of Denver is surrounded by only three other counties: Adams County to the north and east, Arapahoe County to the south and east, and Jefferson County...
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What does an Academic Advisor do?
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To achieve perfect academic advising, you need to work on yourself.
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It's true that academic advisors can help you pick out your classes for next semester, but their job goes beyond that.
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For example, a professor who teaches in the School of Nursing will also act as an advisor for nursing students.
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