Academic Advisor – Professional and Graduate Studies Division

Search Number	# PGS 112

Category	Staff

Type	Full-Time

Campus	New Haven

Overview	The Academic Advisor will serve as the contact person to his/her assigned students who attend classes online or on our New Haven campus. He/she will meet with students on a regular basis to develop and monitor educational plans and goals. He/she will also work closely with other advisors, admissions, the registrar, department chairs, and faculty to provide timely and accurate information on course/degree options.

Overview

The Academic Advisor will serve as the contact person to his/her assigned students who attend classes online or on our New Haven campus. He/she will meet with students on a regular basis to develop and monitor educational plans and goals. He/she will also work closely with other advisors, admissions, the registrar, department chairs, and faculty to provide timely and accurate information on course/degree options.

About Albertus Magnus College	Albertus Magnus College thrives as a diverse and dynamic institution serving 1,500 students in three distinct degree programs: traditional undergraduate, accelerated adult undergraduate and master’s degrees. Through its liberal arts and professional educational offerings and its long- standing excellence in student-centered, values-based education, Albertus Magnus College is a shining example of modern day education. The Albertus campus provides a distinctive environment for students, faculty and staff. The College’s 50-acre, park-like campus, within walking distance to downtown New Haven, is located in one of the city’s most distinguished residential neighborhoods, Prospect Hill, which features both early 20th century mansions and modern architectural gems. Numerous academic, student services, and athletic facilities grace the campus, which serve as an attraction to prospective students. The Mission Statement of Albertus Magnus College is to provide men and women with an education that promotes the search for truth in all its dimensions and is practical in its application.

About Albertus Magnus College

Albertus Magnus College thrives as a diverse and dynamic institution serving 1,500 students in three distinct degree programs: traditional undergraduate, accelerated adult undergraduate and master’s degrees. Through its liberal arts and professional educational offerings and its long- standing excellence in student-centered, values-based education, Albertus Magnus College is a shining example of modern day education. The Albertus campus provides a distinctive environment for students, faculty and staff. The College’s 50-acre, park-like campus, within walking distance to downtown New Haven, is located in one of the city’s most distinguished residential neighborhoods, Prospect Hill, which features both early 20th century mansions and modern architectural gems. Numerous academic, student services, and athletic facilities grace the campus, which serve as an attraction to prospective students. The Mission Statement of Albertus Magnus College is to provide men and women with an education that promotes the search for truth in all its dimensions and is practical in its application.

Essential Functions	Meet with new and returning students to develop and monitor educational plans and goals. Conduct one-on-one orientations with new students to go over the college portal,e-learning, and review policies and procedures. Provide students with information about resources to support them academically and personally Assist faculty advisors with questions and help process registration forms. Serve as a liaison between the business, registrar, and financial aid offices.

Essential Functions

Meet with new and returning students to develop and monitor educational plans and goals.
Conduct one-on-one orientations with new students to go over the college portal,e-learning, and review policies and procedures.
Provide students with information about resources to support them academically and personally
Assist faculty advisors with questions and help process registration forms.
Serve as a liaison between the business, registrar, and financial aid offices.

Qualifications	Masters Degree in higher education or related field preferred. Two years previous experience in academic advising preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education	Bachelor's degree required.

Knowledge \| Skills \| Abilities	Ability to work independently, multi-task, identify priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, e-learning portals (specifically Moodle preferred.)

Special Work Schedule Requirements	Evening and some weekend hours required.

To Apply	Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, current resume, and contact information for three professional references as one document electronically to hr@albertus.edu.Please reference search # in subject line.

Albertus Magnus College has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity throughout the College community. Albertus Magnus College is an equal opportunity employer and invites all qualified applicants to consider this opportunity and to apply.

Albertus Magnus College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Albertus Magnus College to comply with applicable federal and state laws regarding equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons so as to prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment against any employee, intern or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Albertus Magnus College promotes the full realization of equal employment opportunity throughout the College. The College forbids all forms of illegal discrimination, harassment or retaliation.