Academic Advisor
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Job DescriptionAcademic Advisor, Mechanical EngineeringUnder the supervision of the Department Chair of Mechanical Engineering and/or designated associate department chairs (with a dotted line to the Director of Undergraduate Studies), the Academic Advisor position will provide academic advisingto students majoring in mechanical engineering programs and assist with related academic administrative matters.Essential Duties and Responsibilities* Advise prospective and current graduate students in the Department of Mechanical Engineering about academic program requirements and provide guidance on choosing and completing a program or concentration.* Participate in and lead recruitment events, information sessions, and orientations for prospective and new students.* Enter, evaluate, and audit student data in Workday Student to ensure students are progressing through their academic programs in a timely manner and to certify completion of course and non-course requirements for graduation.* Manage responses to inquiries from prospective students about mechanical engineering graduate programs and Stevens, in general.* Serve as primary point of contact to the department chair, associate department chairs, faculty advisors, department staff and current students in mechanical engineering regarding school policies and procedures from admission to graduation.* Coordinate communications to students regarding departmental and college regulations as it relates to program requirements and the graduation process and coordinate mandatory advisement sessions.* Advise current students on on-campus course, web, international and non-course opportunities to enhance professional skills, competencies and career readiness.Qualifications* Required Education: Bachelor's degree* Preferred Education: Master's degree* Required Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in academic advising* Preferred Experience: Familiarity with mechanical engineering programs.Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities* Effective communication and interpersonal skills with ability to develop rapport with and positively influence a diverse audience.* Ability to partner with leadership to develop strategies to achieve organizational goals.* Strong project and time management skills.* Ability to produce high-quality work on deadline while managing multiple projects, priorities and deadlines.DepartmentMechanical Engineering Center for Student SuccessGeneral Submission Guidelines:Please submit an online application to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.Still Have Questions?If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact ...@Stevens.edu.EEO Statement:Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status.Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes.NSF ADVANCE Institution Stevens values diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds. We are an NSF ADVANCE institution committed to equitable practices and policies and strongly encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minority candidates, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.Jeanne Clery Disclosure:In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Department of Public Safety is required to publish an annual security report which includes statistics mandated by the Clery Act. Click here for a copy of this report.