Assistant Director, Academic Advising in Chicago, Illinois at DePaul University

The Highlights:

The Assistant Director is a member of Office of Advising and Student Services (OASS) advising team and works collaboratively with the psychology department. They share the psychology advising caseload with two other staff academic advisors in College of Science and Health and works collaboratively with the CSH pre-health advising team. The Assistant Director directly report to the Director of advising services in the OASS.

What You'll Do:

1. Provide holistic academic advising for new and continuing undergraduate students majoring and minoring in psychology by conducting individual advising appointments and/or hosting group advising sessions. Advising includes, but is not limited to academic schedules, long term course planning and class sequencing, progress toward graduation, academic success, career aspirations, basic financial aid options and navigating the SAP appeal process and initiating referrals to appropriate resources. Logs advising summaries and advising notes into OneDePaul. Coordinates scheduling of advising appointments via OneDePaul. Advises students on interpreting university policies and procedures, specifically academic policies and procedures. Monitors students in good academic standing or on academic probation. Supports CSH retention and persistence efforts by meeting with students on academic probation. Supports CSH degree conferral auditing efforts through graduation advising appointments.

2. Supports new student academic advising during Premiere and Transition DePaul orientation, including mid-year orientation and ad hoc academic advising during the start of each term. Assists with presentations on behalf of an academic department or college to current, prospective, and new students and guests during orientation and/or Admission events. Assists with Premiere and Transition DePaul orientation file preparation, session monitoring, and attendance check-in.

3. Liaises with the Department of Psychology department leadership and faculty and staff. Updates and maintains faculty and staff advisor assignments and assists with sending regular advising communication to students, staff, and faculty. Assists with updating the psychology advising materials. Participates regularly in OASS meetings and events and psychology department meeting when matters of advising and curriculum are discussed. Attends the annual Psych Night.

What You'll Need:

-Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in Student/Personnel Counseling, Higher Education, and/or related field preferred.
-Three to five years of experience based on type of experience and education.
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
-Strong analytical skills and detail oriented.
-Strong organizational skills.
-Ability to work independently and as part of a group.
-Ability to work with a diverse population of students, faculty and staff.
-Ability to plan, prioritize and meet deadlines.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $47,783 to $59,059.

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Perks:

• Working for a stable and well-known University.
• Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan matching contribution of 8%.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
• Full-Time Benefits
  

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Vincentian Mission:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.