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Assistant Director, Academic Advising for Integrative Physiology, Psychology & Public Health
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Position Number: 5902741
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Academic Advising

Assistant Director, Academic Advising for Integrative Physiology, Psychology & Public Health

Requisition Number: 61095
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 16-Jan-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Academic Advising Program within the College of Arts and Sciences encourages applications for an Assistant Director of Academic Advising for Integrative Physiology, Psychology & Public Health! This leadership role reports to the Director of Advising Quality and is responsible for directing the advising activities of one or more academic advising neighborhoods comprised of full-time professional academic advisors.
Assistant Directors are responsible for fostering relationships with academic advisors, department chairs, faculty, and staff in their academic advising neighborhood(s). They also contribute to leadership and process improvement in the unit and participate in planning for advising in the A&S AAC and on campus. Assistant Directors actively train and support their advisors following current advising principles and methodologies, and effectively communicate the unit's vision, missions, and core values to the team. Assistant Directors are responsible for developing high-functioning teams positioned to achieve the College of Arts & Sciences' academic advising strategic goals. In addition to individual and group interactions with academic advisors, this position provides multidisciplinary academic advising for undergraduate students as needed.
As a member of the A&S AAC leadership team, Assistant Directors are responsible for fostering a culture of continuous improvement, evaluating individual and team performance, and providing actionable and timely feedback. Assistant Directors will provide the requisite leadership, data, and reporting to the Director and Assistant Dean on special projects. The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The College of Arts and Sciences at CU Boulder is the intellectual core of the university, conducting research, scholarship, creative work and education in more than 60 fields. Our research generates new knowledge, solving some of the world's most critical problems.
The college leads nationally in undergraduate and graduate education in the natural sciences, social sciences and arts and humanities, bringing world-class research and scholarship to our students, both in and out of the classroom.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Advising Program Leadership, Process Improvement, and Implementation:

Lead and plan advising services and development initiatives for the advising neighborhood team(s) in alignment with the College's and the A&S AAC's needs and goals
Design, implement, and assess roster and advising caseload processes
Create, assess, and respond to available advising data regarding positive student outcomes, retention, and graduation implications
Create and disseminate advising reports relevant to each department in support of departmental course management, programming, and graduation activities
Monitor, assess, and support advisor schedules, appointment availability, short- and long-term coverage, advisor utilization rates, and student outreach initiatives

Academic Department Collaboration and Management:

Serve as the primary point of contact for department chairs and faculty regarding advising activities and student concerns within the advising neighborhood team(s)
Coach, mentor, challenge, and support academic advisors in a multidisciplinary, team-based environment
Develop and monitor performance plans and conduct annual evaluations for each team member consistent with campus and college policies, providing honest and ongoing feedback
Respond to advanced concerns from students, members of the students' support networks, and advisors within the team(s)
Lead training of new staff in the A&S AAC, including campus and college policies as well as departmental content
Engage in AAC budget activities
Support ongoing training, professional development, and recognition for advisors on the team(s)

Leadership and Strategic Vision:

Serve as a contributing member of the A&S AAC's Leadership Team
Collaborate with others as part of a team environment
Demonstrate and promote the vision, missions, and core values of the unit, college, and campus
Participate in future development and long-range planning for A&S AAC
Represent the unit on departmental, college, campus, and professional committees as relevant

Support and Administration:

Provide academic advising on an as-needed basis to assist with raised situations, provide coverage for academic advisors on leave, specific populations such as study abroad students, and summer-start students
Lead and support new and continuing initiatives aligned with the A&S AAC's strategic priorities in academic advising and student success
Assist other advising teams on an as-needed basis

What You Should Know

This position offers a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of two days per week on campus.

What We Can Offer

The hiring range for this full-time position is $76,602 - $78,000.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of related professional experience
An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute

What You Will Need

Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally
Ability to develop a detailed understanding of curricula offered by departments and the relationships between the courses in their curriculum
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
Outstanding customer service skills
Commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion
Experience working with students from a diverse set of backgrounds in a multicultural environment
Ability to thrive as a member of a team within a collaborative work environment
Outstanding organizational, planning, analytical, and technical skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects and requests, and work in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated commitment for working with students from entry to graduation within a high-volume setting

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by 1/16/2025 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Assistant-Director-Academic-Advising-for-Integrative-Physiology-Psychology-Public-Health/61095