NEIU
Program Specialist
Chicago, Illinois · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 34 days ago
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About the role
- The Program Specialist reports to the Director of the Advising Center.
- Provide academic advisement and educational planning to newly admitted and continuing students who have not declared a major.
- Assist students on either a walk-in basis or through scheduled appointments.
Responsibilities
- Our faculty and staff are smart, dedicated people who work to create an excellent urban university experience for bright and motivated students.
- The Program Specialist also advocates on behalf of students and introduces students to the many support services and resources available within the university community.
- Maintain comprehensive, accurate records of all student contacts in electronic format.
- Maintain a caseload of assigned students: monitor student progress; recommend solutions to academic difficulties; provide probation counseling; and assist with petitions for financial aid and academic reinstatement.
Requirements
- Two years or more of academic advising experience is required, preferably at the college/university level.
- Candidates must also demonstrate exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively with a highly diverse constituency.
- Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Higher Education, or a related field.
- Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to plan, implement, and deliver academic advising services and activities directed toward facilitating the personal growth, achievement, and retention of students.
- This position requires a background check.
Benefits
- University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits.
- These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS).
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as other qualified individuals.
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