Description

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/

Requirements

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