Job Title:

Director, Academic Advising (3 positions)

Physical Location:

 Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

 $67,706 - $79,822.97

Basic Function:

To direct all operational, administrative, and financial activities of a designated academic advising unit. Reports to Executive 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: 

Direct all operational and administrative activities of the advising unit.

Manage the day-to-day operations of the assigned advising unit. 

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

 Not applicable. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in higher education or a relevant field. Six years of progressively responsible academic advising experience, student advising or related area; including three years of supervisory experience. 

License/Certification:

Not applicable. 

Knowledge Of:

Personal computer applications (i.e. MS Office Suite) with advanced proficiency in student information systems (Banner and EAB Navigate 360) * 

Skill In:

Ability To:

Provide leadership and to direct others; including the supervision of students (graduate & undergraduate)/projects *

Independently manage multiple projects and functions and prioritize workflow * 

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

None. 

Assessments:

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

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

None.

Working Schedule:

 Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM or otherwise discussed with your supervisor 

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.

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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.   

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.