Academic Advisor – College of Health Sciences

Job Description

The
College of Health Sciences (CHS) is seeking applicants for an Academic Advisor position. This position will advise undergraduate students in
CHS on course schedules, academic planning, academic and college success strategies, and applying to a wide range of clinical health care
programs. In addition, these positions will teach a one-hour career development seminar course and may teach leadership or college
student/academic success courses.

Job Responsibilities:

Advising:

• Advising Students, supporting faculty with advising
  issues, maintaining records/files for students.
• Stay updated and current on advising issues by attending campus-wide
  meetings.
• Assist faculty in departments with admissions questions and administrative issues related to advising.
• Advise and
  assist faculty with online and distance education students.
• Advise and assist department with other projects and services related to
  student success and retention.

Recruitment and Retention:

• Meet with prospective students, particularly transfer
  students.
• Assist with creation and maintenance of resources and guides related academic unit programs that will aid in student
  recruitment and transferability.
• Programming with focus on retention and student engagement, including significant interaction and
  utilization of university early-alert systems.

Records Maintenance:

• Manage student files according to standard.
• Help
  students find and utilize appropriate information/systems to aid in navigating campus policies and procedures.
• Update student files
  in MU Connect, myZou, and other applicable university systems.
• Check for completion of graduation requirements for student
  population.
• Assist department in executing other student records processes.

Instruction:

• Teach one-hour credit
  course for health-sciences majors (Health Sci 3000).

Other:

• Job development and other duties not otherwise
  specified.

Shift

Monday – Friday
8:00am – 5:00pm

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable
knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range:
$40,040.00 – $56,992.00
Grade: GGS 008
University Title: Academic Advisor
Internal applicants can determine their university title
by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Completed online application, cover
letter, and resume are required.
Applications must be submitted on-line through the University of Missouri website: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (search for Job Opening
60087).

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this
position.

Other Information

At the Mizzou College of Health Sciences https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/, we work every day to
improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

As the home of the most popular major on campus, we teach Mizzou
students who care about health and are dedicated to serving others. In addition to learning in the classroom, our students spend more than
80,150 hours helping patients every year.

Our faculty are driven to solve real-world problems. They lead the way by conducting
research that has power and purpose. From expanding the use of technology in health care to improving mental health and learning in schools,
we are discovering ways to make life better for everyone.

Through clinics and community outreach programs, we provide vital services
to members of our community and training for our students. We are proud to serve Missourians today while preparing the workforce of
tomorrow.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high
quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an
attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and
the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering
big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues
and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire,
Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As
part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans,
retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all
four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resou
rces/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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