First Year Academic Advisor/Academic Success Coach

Job Overview

The University of Dubuque is a growing faith based University that is seeking a First-Year Academic Advisor/Academic Success Coach to assist first-year students in selecting courses, exploring majors/careers, evaluating academic abilities, and understanding degree requirements; and to mentor, advise, and monitor students on academic probation. This is a full-time, 11-month position.

The University of Dubuque offers a competitive wage and an excellent benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and a retirement match.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work with the Director of Advising to educate and empower UD first-year students regarding their individual degree and program requirements. This may be done through individual meetings and/or workshops
• Assist with the scheduling and registration of first-year students
• Track the academic progress of assigned first-year advisees
• Conduct intakes on all students placed on academic probation (AP) and monitor their academic progress throughout the semester
• Provide one-on-one academic counseling regarding topics such as time management, study skills (test-taking, note-taking, listening, etc.)
• Help create and verify academic standing lists at the end of each semester: academic suspensions, academic probation, academic alert, and return to good standing
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University’s Mission

Skills and Abilities:

• Good organizational skills, flexibility to handle unexpected situations, attention to detail, and ability to produce accurate reports
• Excellent listening and communication skills including the ability to work comfortably with diverse populations
• Ability to handle confidentiality issues with integrity

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• At least one year of higher education experience preferred

To apply with a growing faith based University for the First-Year Academic Advisor/Academic Success Coach position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and UD employment application, located on our website, to HR@dbq.edu or to the Director of Human Resources, at the University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001.

Applications from qualified persons with diverse backgrounds and cultures, including women and persons of color, are welcomed.  AA/EEO. For more information regarding the Jean Clery Act, please go to https://www.dbq.edu/SafetySecurity/JeanneCleryAct/