Academic and Career Advisor

Viterbo is seeking an Academic and Career Advisor who will work as part of the HUB for Student Success team to provide support resources opportunities systems and services that promote student academic and career success. This role will serve on a team of other primary points of contact for undergraduates with the goal of improving retention and graduation rates. The role supports student success through career programming employer engagement tutoring coordination and career preparation resources. This is a full-time permanent 12-month position.

Responsibilities:

• Manage caseload of select freshmen sophomore transfer and bachelor completion students.
• Provide balanced support grounded in the appreciative advising model to help students identify strengths clarify career goals/interests understand degree requirements create graduation plans schedule and register for coursework understand the use of advising technology tools and assist students with the transition to college and their major areas of study
• Accurately advise on curriculum academic programs (majors minors certificates) degree requirements and engagement options (service learning study abroad internships research)

• Serve as an Academic Advising liaison to a specific college or school collaborating to update sample graduation plans and assist in providing faculty advisor training and support

• Utilize the Starfish Early Alert systems to ensure student success through applying timely individual intervention to support and follow-up with students
• Participate in and help with HUB programming: welcome back bash workshops visit days new student registration (STAR) new student orientation etc.
• Promote students utilization of the universitys academic support and engagement resources to maximize the student experience
• Serve as point person for the planning execution marketing evaluation and documentation of career programming (e.g. career fairs special events and ongoing programs) and employer visits.
• Deliver classroom presentations and attend university events on above topics and resources.

• Serve as point person for Handshake and other career resources.
• Teach the 1-credit half-semester UNST 310 Career Preparation course.
• Manage the Threads to Thrive Career Closet in collaboration with the College of Business and Marketing Club.
• Collaborate with the Reading Writing and Career Specialist to assist students and alumni in developing effective resumes cover letters personal statements interviewing skills job search strategies salary negotiation techniques and financial wellness plans.
• Schedule tutoring administer surveys and maintain accurate data on tutoring requirements availability requests paperwork timesheets and other related information; recruit and coordinate tutors that meet eligibility requirements.
• Develop resources for department website handouts brochures social media and displays.
• Serve on appointed and elected university committees
• Carry out other responsibilities as delegated or assigned to support the development achievement and tracking of HUB initiatives and goals.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree preferred; will consider candidates with bachelors degree who possess relevant experience.

• Experience working in higher education preferred experience in academic or career advising.

Skills:

• Strong organizational project management marketing and technology skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal presentation and group facilitation skills with ability to disseminate complex information.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining collaborative spirit with colleagues.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer literacy (e-mail web searching reporting spreadsheet management).
• Demonstrate and advance Viterbos core values (Contemplation Hospitality Integrity Stewardship and Service) and the liberal arts tradition; Be able to articulate the nature and advantages of a liberal arts education.

To Apply: Please complete the online employment application form and upload a letter of interest highlighting your experiences to support your candidacy. CV/resume and three professional references.

Alignment: Viterbo University seeks employees who will embrace the University mission and incorporate our values into their day-to-day work.

Mission: The Viterbo University community prepares students for faithful service and ethical leadership.

Values: In keeping with the tradition of our Franciscan founders we hold the following core values:

• Contemplation reflecting upon the presence of God in our lives and work
• Hospitality welcoming everyone we encounter as an honored guest
• Integrity striving for honesty in everything we say and do
• Service working for the common good in the spirit of humility and joy
• Stewardship practicing responsible use of all resources in our trust

About the University: Viterbo University is a private not-for-profit Catholic Franciscan institutions founded by the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration in 1871. Viterbo offers a student-centered liberal arts education with a wide range of undergraduate graduate and professional programs. Located in La Crosse Wisconsin the university is nestled along the scenic Mississippi River and surrounded by the stunning bluffs. The local area combines natural beauty with a vibrant welcoming community offering opportunities for outdoor recreation arts and culture. Together Viterbo and La Crosse provide an exceptional place to live work and make a difference.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship at this time.

The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex or engage in sex discrimination in any education program or activity that the university operates. Title IXs mandate not to discriminate on the basis of sex extends to students employees applicants for employment and other persons in all aspects of the universitys programs activities and operations. Inquiries regarding how Title IX applies to the university may be referred to the university Title IX coordinator to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights or to both.

Contact information for the Title IX coordinator is available at Experience:

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