Assistant Director, University Advising

Job Title:

Assistant Director, University Advising

Physical Location:

 Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

 $53,015 - $61,813

Basic Function:

To serve as the Chief Assistant to the Director, University Advising in administration and training, professional development, and advisor recognition activities. Assist in the direction of functions related to the daily operation of the university's placement and testing services. To serve as primary representative of specific programming responsibilities as designated by the Director. Reports to Director, University Advising.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

 Not applicable. 

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: 

Represent University Advising on committees and work groups related to academic advising and student success and serve as a liaison to various constituent groups relevant to academic advising.

Assist in the development, implementation, and assessment of training and professional development.

Help create and implement an advisor recognition program.

Oversee the Peer Advising Leader program.

Provide direct supervision of Intermittent Advisors and student employees.

Direct placement and testing related programs and ensure policies and guidelines are followed while assessing program and training effectiveness.

Coordinate university testing services (ALEKS, Accuplacer, CLE, Webcape, test proctoring, and Reassessments).

Oversee and manage the needs for placement and testing (scheduling, registration, and staffing). Coordinate the administration of placement for math, foreign languages, and English.

Serve as a liaison to academic departments who set cut scores for placement assessments. Oversee administration of placement technologies (Accuplacer and ALEKS).

Serve as contact for Meazure Learning and Educational Testing Consultants who partner for services for Kent State and non-Kent State students.

Serve as department representative at campus events (e.g. DKS, Admissions Events and resource fairs).

Convene the University Placement Committee and Multiple Measures Committee (MMAP) at least quarterly and serve as liaison to various constituent groups relative to university placement and testing procedures and needs.

Responsible for monthly, semester, and annual data collection and dissemination related to placement and testing functions.

Perform related duties as assigned. 

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

 Not applicable. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in relevant field. Two years’ experience in higher education or directly related experience.

OR

Bachelor's degree in relevant field. Four years' experience in higher education or directly related experience.

License/Certification:

None. 

Knowledge Of:

Personal computer applications (e.g. MS Office Suite, Cognos, and Banner) *

University structure and policies

Student development theory and student success frameworks 

Skill In:

Written, verbal and interpersonal communication, public speaking

Training/teaching students or professionals

Exercising independent judgement 

Ability To:

Assess the effectiveness of programming and training initiatives Analyze or set national trends related to best practices

Be creative and forward thinking

Work in a fast paced, sometimes unpredictable environment *

Provide leadership and direction 

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Background and experience in placement and testing functions on a college campus.

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

None. 

Working Schedule:

 Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 Pm; some weekends and evenings needed 

Additional Information:

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

Must pass a security check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr. 

Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.