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Academic Advisor, WKU Owensboro Campus
Category:
Staff
Department:
WKU - Owensboro
Locations:
Owensboro, KY
Posted:
Jun 30, 2021
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
Full-time
Ref. No.:
996452
Position ID:
132940
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About Western Kentucky University:
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing its students with a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Founded in 1906, WKU is the second largest undergraduate institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 15,567 students (29% first generation, 17% underrepresented minority) and just over 2,600 faculty and staff employees.
Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community to embrace diversity by building equitable and inclusive learning, working, and living environments. At the heart of our mission, we seek to provide holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff to become effective scholars, contributors, and leaders in our diverse and evolving communities.
Located 65 miles north of Nashville, TN, and just over 100 miles south of Louisville, KY, WKU's main campus is in Bowling Green, KY - a city with approximately 70,000 residents. With an ethnically and diverse population, more than 85 languages are spoken in and around Bowling Green, and people from 35 nationalities call our community home.
Western Kentucky University seeks to attract talented faculty and staff who are inspired individually to contribute to WKU's strategic plans and ongoing success. We offer comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents and take pride in providing a workplace culture that supports balancing the responsibilities of work and family life. Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a tuition discount program for employees and dependents are also provided. Learn more about WKU and Bowling Green at wku.edu/about .
Job Description:
The academic advisor at the Western Kentucky University Owensboro campus plays an important role in our students' educational experiences through academic advisement of WKU students and connecting with prospective transfer students throughout the region. Advisors can be effective in helping students understand the purpose of a university education, explore the expectations and demands of their chosen career path, and initiate a plan in order to graduate and utilize resources for a path in their chosen career. This position works closely with the Regional Campuses advising team and Academic Advising & Retention Center to provide guidance, support, and encouragement for students at the Owensboro Regional Campus and surrounding region. Reporting to Associate Vice President for Extended Learning & Outreach, this position will play a vital role as part of the Owensboro Campus team in supporting student and community engagement.
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree
• Demonstrated professional advising experience or equivalent in related field
• Ability to work with diverse populations of students, peers, and public
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including early morning, evening and weekend hours
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and be highly organized and adaptable
• Ability to work independently, but also work cooperatively within an advisement staff with a learner-centered and service-oriented philosophy
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to relate to diverse audiences
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to travel to off-site locations
• Excellent interpersonal skills including listening, communication and teamwork
• Working knowledge of basic office software (word processing, e-mail systems, spreadsheets, databases, etc.)
Additional Information:
Salary Grade:   107    Salary Range:  $30,000 - $35,000
Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.
Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/University ADA Services (EEO). To request an accommodation, report/express a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU''s Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Mr. Joshua Hayes, EEO Director/Title IX Investigator/University ADA Coordinator, via email at joshua.hayes@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5121.
The University is also required to investigate complaints of sex and gender-based harassment, also a form of discrimination, and has designated the Title IX Coordinator as the individual responsible for coordinating the investigation and response to such complaints. The Title IX Coordinator for the University is Ms. Deborah Wilkins, who can be contacted via email at deborah.wilkins@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5396. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU''s https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.
Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php
Application Instructions:
The following items must be submitted through this electronic talent management system:
• Cover Letter
• Resume
You will receive email confirmation that your submission has been received. The candidate review process will generally begin as materials are received. The expected hire date is on or about August 1, 2021.
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