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Title: Academic Advisor
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: School of Information Technology
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The Academic Advisor advises IT students, providing students with information and assistance in selecting course work, developing a plan of study, and academic decision making appropriate to their personal and academic needs and goals. The Academic Advisor serves on appropriate committees, represents the school at selected university events, advises on course scheduling, and assists with the recruitment and retention of students for ISU and IT.

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:

- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$50,000 - $58,000

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree
2. Demonstrated experience in an area of Information Technology
4. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral communication skills
5. Ability to learn easily and disseminate detailed information
6. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others or in teams
7. Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
8. Excellent computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

1. Degree in an information technology field or at least two years of experience working in an Information Technology field
2. Previous advising or student affairs experience
3. Experience working with diverse populations
4. Strong organizational skills
5. Strong people skills

Work Hours

Monday through Friday (8:00 am – 4:30 pm); occasional evenings and Saturdays required.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

1. Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
2. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
3. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.

Proposed Starting Date

11/17

Required Applicant Documents

Resume, Cover Letter, Reference List (including the names and contact information of three professional references)

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Contact Information for Applicants

Dr. Sherif Rashad
ssrasha@ilstu.edu
(309) 438-1163
School of Information Technology

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.