Departmental Director of Undergraduate Advising
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193637EPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Departmental Director of Undergraduate AdvisingAnticipated Hiring Range
$55,000 - $60,000Work Schedule
40 hours a week with options for a flexible and hybrid work scheduleJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
World Languages and CulturesAbout the Department
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Department of World Languages and Cultures at NC State provides students with a broad and intimate understanding of the rich and varied cultures of our globe—understanding that is built on solid competence of spoken and written skills in the language(s) you choose.
At the undergraduate level, the Department offers students the opportunity to major in the following concentrations leading to the B.A. degree: Arabic, Asian Languages (Chinese, Japanese &
Hindi/Urdu), French, German Studies, and Spanish. Students who are eager to make teaching their career can pursue the B.A. Degree in French, German, Spanish or Chinese Education. We also offer minors in the following: Arabic (through Middle Eastern Studies), Chinese, Classics (Greek and Latin), French, German Studies, Hindi/Urdu, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and World Literacy. In addition, we teach classes in Korean and English as a Second Language.
At the graduate level, we have an M.A. program in World Languages & Cultures with three separate concentrations: French, Spanish and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Each of the concentrations incorporates literature, linguistics, and culture courses.
To provide students with more possibilities for languages or levels that may not be taught at NC State, we have developed an inter-institutional collaboration with other schools in the UNC System through a system-wide Language Exchange, so that we may provide greater language opportunities for our students.
Essential Job Duties
The Department of World Languages & Cultures at North Carolina State University invites applications for a Director of Undergraduate Advising. This position is a fulltime, 12 month appointment.
The successful candidate will provide academic advice to undergraduate World Languages & Cultures majors, will be in charge of study abroad advising, will coordinate with the Director of Undergraduate Programs on student issues, and will facilitate coherence, stability, and consistency to the academic program. The successful candidate will also be responsible for training faculty advisors. In addition to advising all World Languages majors (c.175), the Director will recruit new World Language majors, onboard, and do orientation for all new majors (mostly internal and external transfers), handle academic appeals, serve as department graduation clearance officer, and represent the department on college committees as DUA.
Responsibilities include:
- Advise students about completion of World Languages curriculum requirements.
- Help students define academic goals and gain an understanding of how to achieve them.
- Understand and communicate to students the implications of the various program plans and degree progress.
- Help students develop their academic focus within the major.
- Keep abreast of relevant course offerings across the College and campus and maintain connections with student service staff across campus.
- Understand, interpret, and enforce University, College, and Departmental policies while exploring academic and professional options.
- Help students make transitions and access full range of university resources.
- Serve as the primary administrative point of contact for students and staff with interest in or questions about our academic programs.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the advising and registration process on a continuing basis and put forth recommendations for process improvement.
- Coordinate individual language section advisors and departmental recruitment, including attending university, college and departmental recruitment events as required.
- Represent the department at New Student and Transfer Student Orientations throughout the year.
Other Responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Education and Experience
Require post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor’s degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience.
Other Required Qualifications
- Excellent interpersonal skills including strong communication skills.
- Demonstrated skills in the areas of judgment, decision-making, problem solving, organization, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to build knowledge of University, College and departmental policies, procedures, and requirements.
- An understanding of World Languages as an academic discipline.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Google Suite and instructional software (Moodle, Zoom, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated interest and foundation in World Languages & Cultures (e.g., multiple undergraduate courses, major, or minor in the discipline).
- An understanding of university structure and administration, including the relationship between student affairs units and academic units.
- Experience working with academic programs, preferably in college student affairs, counseling or a related field.
- Professional advising experience in a university setting or experience as a graduate assistant in an academic advising role.
- A record of success in working with undergraduates.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License required
NoJob Open Date
09/05/2024Anticipated Close Date
Open until filledSpecial Instructions to Applicants
In addition to your application please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references.
Position Number
00111031Position Type
EHRA Non-FacultyFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventDepartment ID
160401 - World Languages and CulturesAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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