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Form of workOklahoma State University
Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078
United States Hiring Supervisor: Ebonie Hill-Williamson Hiring Range
(Contingent upon available funding): 36,000.00 - 41,100.00, Salary Work Schedule: Position is primarily 8:00-5:00, Monday through Friday, evenings and weekends as needed Faculty Appt Period: Job Summary: Advising (80%)
Maintain ongoing focus on student success, retention, outreach, and diversity.
Advise honors students from a variety of colleges and degree programs.
Evaluate student records and maintain advising records/files.
Perform administrative duties and special projects as assigned.
Refer advisees to appropriate campus resources.
Assist with and attend college events as assigned.
Meet and advise prospective students and families.
Present to prospective students and families on campus tours.
Use electronic advising systems.
Use academic alert notifications to enhance interactions with students and instructors.
Update practices based on changes in university policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively and on a regular basis with advisees using various formats.Transfer Student Specialist (20%)Under the direction of the Program Manager, the new hire will help with transfer student recruitment, retention, and support in the honors college. Some events will be on evenings and weekends, and some travel will be required.Serve as advisor and staff specialist in working with transfer students in honorsProvide and support orientation and engagement programming for transfer students in honorsLiaise with partners at OSU-Tulsa campus regarding matters related to the OSU-Tulsa Honors AwardLiaise with university partners in the Office of Transfer Student SuccessVisit community colleges and two-year institutions to represent the honors college and recruit diverse groups of prospective studentsMeet and advise prospective transfer students and families on honors options for transfer studentsAssist with special projects and programs as assigned Special Instructions to Applicants A resume is required to complete the process.Education & Experience Position Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree Zero to two years of experience in a comparable position. Excellent communication skills needed as well as the ability to provide honors academic advising on a university-wide basis. Ability to lift 25 lbs. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree Three years as an honors college or honors program student and a minimum 3.50 undergraduate cumulative GPA. Honors program degree or honors college degree from an institution affiliated with the National Collegiate Honors Council. Recognition of scholarly quality by election to Phi Kappa Phi or Phi Beta Kappa. Background in transfer student success, retention, and engagement programming in an academic setting. In addition to these proven administrative skills, candidates should possess an established record of promoting ethical behavior and social responsibility, and a demonstrated capacity to work effectively with culturally diverse students, staff, and faculty.Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
