Job description

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

• Compensation: $51,500 per year
• Vacation, sick and personal time off
• Four medical plans to choose from
• Several retirement plans to choose from
• Vision, dental, life and disability insurance cost covered by the College
• Tuition waiver and reimbursement program
• Free access to home sporting events
• Free access to gym and fitness center, including track, courts and equipment
• Free access to employee assistance program

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

Assists students to establish academic goals and an educational plan to complete their goals. Assists students with enrollment, to include selection of classes, and transfer/degree completion strategies. Academic Advisors are responsible to enroll students in the upcoming semester during mandatory Student Registration Day. Nights and/or weekend hours may be required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advise students on proper course selection to meet program requirements at North Central.
• Assist students with the enrollment process, covering placement of student in English/Math to ensure enrollment in appropriate classes for the student.
• Develop educational plans with advisees, working towards North Central completion and/or transfer plans (continued connection with transfer institutions).
• Refer students to the North Central Career Services office for those wanting to research Careers.
• Assist students intending to transfer by reviewing transfer equivalencies, program requirements and referring to appropriate transfer resources.
• Maintain regular contact with assigned advisees.
• Contacting students being referred to an academic advisor from North Central's academic intervention software (Starfish). Following up with student as needed.
• Record all pertinent student information electronically in Student Information System (SIS). Maintain confidentiality under FERPA.
• Advise students attending orientation for semester enrollment.
• Maintain regular contact with faculty members in selected program to keep updated on student, program and employer needs.
• Refer students to North Central Counselor and/or Disability Services Coordinator/Academic Advisor as needed.
• Maintain accurate information about transfer options, including University Center partners, Michigan Transfer Agreement, Michigan Transfer Network resources, and various transfer guides.
• Maintain awareness of articulation agreements with university partners/ programs.
• Maintain a focus on student success.
• Maintain awareness of internal and community resources for appropriate referrals.
• Travel to off-campus sites may be required.
• Attend regularly scheduled committee meetings.
• May be assigned as advisor and support for specific cohort students.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree required with coursework in Education, Human Relations, Psychology, Human Services or College Student Personnel. Master's Degree preferred.
• One or more years' experience in an educational setting required (community college experience preferred).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of student development issues desired.
• Commitment to the community college mission and specifically North Central mission: "North Central Michigan College provides Exceptional, accessible, relevant higher education to the benefit of all."
• Strong customer relations skills and commitment to teamwork.
• Computer skills/experiences necessary.

DIVERSITY IN HIRING STATEMENT

North Central Michigan College is committed to broaden diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging on campus through initiatives, programs and outreach; student recruitment, retention and completion; and in employment and hiring practices. Individuals from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• Complete the entire employment application, including job history, education level, and 3 professional references using the link below: http://ncmich.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=161984&jobboard=357
• Upload a resume and cover letter.
• Upload copies of your higher education transcripts. Note: Official transcripts required upon hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Petoskey, MI 49770: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least one year of experience in an educational setting?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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