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As a next-generation public research institute and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.
The Opportunity:
The School of Modeling, Simulation and Training is looking for an Academic Advisor for the interdisciplinary Modeling and Simulation graduate program to assist the program director and the faculty in the development, services, and support of the program under minimal supervision. The position interprets university, Academic Affairs, and College of Graduate Studies policies and regulations. The position also provides routine academic advice, counseling, program of study planning, and related student services, in addition to providing program information and admission requirements to current and prospective students, faculty, and staff.
Responsibilities:
Academic Advising
- Provides academic advising to support student retention and graduation initiatives.
- Identifies and helps resolve obstacles impeding the academic success of students (or a particular subset of students, ex. probation students).
- Analyzes students' academic and personal issues/concerns and provides referral/intervention services.
- Supports students in developing a required academic plan to meet graduation requirements.
- Explains academic policies, procedures, and guidelines to students to meet their educational goals.
- Educates students about the value of academic advisement and the importance of the registration process.
- Coordinates mentoring or specific programming for students within various academic programs.
- Guides students through college and university-level administrative processes.
- Assesses advising practices and programming.
- Maintains appropriate student records and documents student interactions.
- May be assigned to support specific academic departments, programs, or student populations.
- Utilizes advising technology systems to manage student data.
Transition Programming and Orientation
- Coordinates and presents orientations and transition programming for students.
- Participates in major-related course planning to assist students with the transition process.
- Advises students on major change processes and options and provides referrals if necessary.
- Develops and manages activities, communication, and outreach with all constituents regarding the academic advising process.
- Engages prospective students in a variety of communication and outreach events.
Other duties
- May function in a lead capacity with limited or no formal supervision duties.
- May train or mentor student assistants, peer advisors, and/or Academic Advisors Level I, II, or III.
- Analyzes assessment and evaluation data and gauges the impact of programming and efforts.
- Assists in developing and implementing advising unit goals and strategies.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree and 2+ years. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to
Fla. Stat. 112.219(6)
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2+ years of Graduate Program academic advising experience.
Additional Application Materials Required:
- CV
- One-page cover letter
- 2 reference letters from supervisors
Are Benefits Important to You?
Working at UCF has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:
- Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays
- Retirement savings options
- Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
- Education assistance
- Flexible work environment
- And more…For more benefits information, go to the UCF Employee Benefits pageclick here.
Who Are We?
Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
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Institute for Simulation and Training (IST) - EG OperationsWork Schedule
Monday to Friday; 8:00 am to 5:00 pmType of Appointment
RegularExpected Salary
$56,000.00Job Posting End Date
02-29-2024-12-00-AMEqual Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on
UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement
to view the President’s Statement.The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.
As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
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