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Title: Academic Advisor II

VP Area: Center for Student Academic Success

Department: Academic Advising

Work Schedule: Fixed daytime hours Monday-Friday

Telework Availability: Occasional Telework Available

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Classification: Regular full-time (staff 30+ hours)

Hours per week: 40

Months per year: 12

Job Purpose:

The role of the Academic Advisor II at Gonzaga University is to provide students' guidance to meet degree requirements, navigate University policies and procedures and achieve a meaningful and transformative educational experience with focus on our transfer population. In addition to advising GU students and potential transfers, the Advisor II role assumes training and programming/project implementation responsibilities.

Essential Functions:

• 50% - Academic Advising
  • Serves as primary advisor for up to 150 undergraduate students with focus on transfer and returning students.
  • Engages with students during major exploration and academic development.
  • Assists with course recommendations and developing academic plans of study that aligns with the students' goals.
  • Provide proactive, comprehensive and exceptional service in monitoring reenrollment and student progress to degree completion which may include informal transcript evaluation and academic probation support.
  • Foster student success, persistence and engagement for students on their academic journey, incorporating best practices in academic advising.
  • Maintain advising notes and degree plans within ZRM - (Essential)

• 20% - Strategic Campus & Community Involvement
  • Participate in university committees, programs, and events.
  • Instruction of foundation and skill building courses for undeclared students.
  • Engage with local community colleges and other students who may be interested in transferring to GU. - (Essential)

• 15% - Departmental Leadership
  • Provide thoughtful contributions to the work environment by assisting in the training and development of Academic Advisor I's.
  • Lead process change and development under the guidance of the Director.
  • Serve as informational resource for campus on issues regarding student advising, registration, probation, retention and completion.
  • Lead workshops for students.
  • Be the designated transfer advisor providing expertise for entire department. - (Essential)

• 15% - New student registration and summer orientation
  • Contribute to efforts for new student registration including transfers.
  • Register assigned students for first semester courses.
  • Lead informational sessions during orientation for incoming students. - (Essential)

• Additional Duties as Assigned by the Department

Educational Requirement:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Years of Related Experience Requirement:

3 years

In lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education. 

Certifications and/or Licensures:

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work with community partners to develop pathways for local students to transfer to GU.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word
• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated time management, punctuality, and priority setting skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and apply complex policies and regulations
• High analytical capability, with ability to identify issues, compare data, and resolve discrepancies
• Ability to work flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree.
• Teaching experience.
• Previous experience working in a Higher Education setting
• Experience working with transfer students in an academic or admissions capacity.
• Demonstrated understanding of transcript evaluation and degree planning.

Physical & On-Campus Requirements:

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Rarely (1%-49% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight (e.g., 50 pounds): Rarely (1%-49% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: $23.07 - 25 Hr

Pay Range:

Minimum Salary (Non-Exempt): $21.58

Midpoint Salary (Non-Exempt): $26.97

Maximum Salary (Non-Exempt): $32.36

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: False