Advisor - PHSci
Job Description
Position Number:
124589Title:
AdvisorFunctional Title:
Advisor - PHSciCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.00Unit:
SPHL-Dean-Public Health ScienceCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Advisor for the Public Health Science (PHSC) program is responsible for guiding PHSC majors on their path to degree completion. This advising position will incorporate administrative tasks (e.g., senior audits, course review process, toolkit updates, prerequisite checks), and program outreach (e.g., orientations and recruitment events). Individuals applying for this position should demonstrate experience with and innovation surrounding inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility initiatives.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or a related discipline.
Experience:
- A minimum of three years of professional experience in a college/university student service.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience with and passion for working with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in collaboration, the ability to interact well with both internal and external audiences.
- Detail oriented and proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and able to create and maintain various databases.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or a related discipline.
- Direct student advising experience at a four-year institution.
- Advising experience in relation to admissions, career services or allied health.
Additional Information:
Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Ability to stand, sit, walk for extended periods. Visual acuity to view and work at computer. Ability to speak for extended periods in one-on-one meetings as well as group presentations. Ability to lift 10 pounds.
Posting Date:
03/25/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
04/15/2024Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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