Business Student Advisor

BizHornet Center

Search 1857 - Posted July 24, 2024

Emporia State University’s School of Business & Technology is seeking applications for an academic advisor in Emporia, KS. The Business Student Advisor in the School of Business & Technology promotes student success and advises students as they explore and identify business programs appropriate for their ability and educational and career goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advise students about degree requirements, course selection, and academic policies.
• Maintain student records and monitor academic progress and performance of advisees.
• Help with outreach and retention initiatives. Participate in Black and Gold and other recruiting events.
• Work with School of Business Department Chairs to assist with program or curriculum changes.
• Assist with and participate in all orientation, advising, and enrollment periods.
• Serve as resource to faculty, staff, and students.
• Prepare reports, including statistical summaries of student data, etc.
• Participate in professional development and continuing education opportunities.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with a preference in business (from an AACSB-accredited university) or a closely related field with a preferred minimum of two years’ documented work experience with college-aged students
• Excellent written grammar skills
• Excellent electronic and face-to-face communication
• Proficiency with the use of technology such as databases, MS Office (especially excel), and Outlook e-mail/calendar

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in business (preferably from an AACSB-accredited university), higher education, counseling, or student personnel
• Experience in higher education, advising, or counseling, and an understanding of higher education academic and administrative policies and procedures
• Experience in advising distance students
• Knowledge of OnBase, Banner, Degree Works, and Cognos or other University-supported enrollment and advising computer systems

COMPENSATION:

• Salary:  $48,084 - $55,000 annually
• Qualifications and previous experience will be considered for placement of base rank and salary. 

BENEFITS:

Base pay is one component of Emporia State University’s total rewards package. We are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family that include:

• Health Insurance
• Free Dental insurance for employees
• Retirement through the Kansas Board of Regents
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 31 days paid vacation and holiday days
• Tuition reduction and tuition assistance
• Dependent tuition waiver
• For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit here. 

APPLY:

To apply, upload a letter of application, unofficial transcripts, resume, and at least three (3) references here. 

Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hire.

For more information

Jose Pavon

HR Professional

jpavon@emporia.edu

Emporia State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot be considered by law.