<p>Req Id: 35837</p> <p>Job Title: Academic Advisor</p> <p>City: West Lafayette</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>Are you passionate about supporting students in their academic and personal growth? Are you excited about working with engineering students? Do you enjoy learning new things? If so, we have a great opportunity for you to join our team as an Academic Advisor in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University!</p> <p>The School of Aeronautics and Astronautics is seeking a highly-motivated, dynamic, and student-centered individual to join our team. You will play a critical role in helping students navigate the academic and personal challenges of pursuing a degree in aerospace engineering. You will work closely with students, faculty, and staff to provide comprehensive advising services and support for our future rocket scientists and aircraft engineers.</p> <p>This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact at a prestigious institution known for innovation and research excellence. Join our community of lifelong learners and contribute your skills to this critical program. At Purdue, you'll find unrivaled pride and unlimited potential as we persistently pursue the next giant leap together. Take the next step in your career journey - apply now to help build a better world at Purdue University.</p> <p>What You'll Be Doing:</p> <p>Academic Advisors in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics promote an inclusive environment that challenges and supports students by providing meaningful opportunities for student learning, development, and integration of curricular and co-curricular experiences. Advisors are dedicated to empowering students to be active responsible learners while guiding students to make well-informed decisions that lead to the achievement of their educational, career and life goals.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Advise and support undergraduate students in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics </li><li>Work collaboratively with faculty and staff to support student success and retention </li><li>Assist with the development and implementation of programs and initiatives that support student success </li><li>Create an open, respectful, and inclusive environment by using an equity-minded, student-centered practice that emphasizes mutual respect, dignity, self-awareness, and authenticity </li><li>Center the student in an asset-framed approach where advising provides educational guidance to meet students where they are and acknowledges the critical value of each student's unique social capital </li><li>Empower students to be active responsible learners and assist them in making well-informed decisions </li><li>Guide students in course selection and the process for registering for courses </li><li>Identify campus activities, programs, and opportunities related to students' educational and career goals </li><li>Maintain a consistent pattern of contact and communications with assigned students </li><li>Use data to provide timely outreach to students on their academic progress and conduct audits on student's degree progress </li><li>Assess when a student's situation requires referral to campus resources </li><li>Maintain and ensure confidentiality of student records </li><li>Teach students about the university's structure, systems, policies, and practices </li></ul> <p>About Us:</p> <p>The School of Aeronautics and Astronautics has more than 1,200 students, all of whom are passionate and excited about designing the next rocket to Mars or the next supersonic aircraft. The undergraduate office is a friendly supportive environment where we aim to keep people for a long time. We like working and problem-solving together.</p> <p>For more information, please visit: https://engineering.purdue.edu/AAE/academics/undergraduate</p> <p>What We're Looking For:</p> <p>Required:</p> <ul> <li>Master's degree in a field relevant to the position </li><li>Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. </li><li>Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, current and prospective students, parents, and families. </li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. </li><li>Ability to problem solve and utilize campus resources for individuals and groups. </li><li>Ability and willingness to work in a changing environment. </li><li>Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. </li></ul> <p>Preferred:</p> <ul> <li>Master's degree in Student Services, Counseling, Higher Education Administration, or field related to the majors advised </li><li>One year of student advising, recruitment, or other student-facing experience </li><li>Knowledge of undergraduate student development and recruitment. </li><li>Knowledge of programs and majors at Purdue University. </li><li>Knowledge of field related to majors advised. </li></ul> <p>As an Academic Advisor for the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of our students. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a competitive salary and benefits package.</p> <p>If you are looking to join a team that is committed to student success and have the qualifications and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!</p> <p>Who We Are:</p> <p>Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.</p> <p>Additional Information:</p> <ul> <li>A cover letter is required to be fully considered </li><li>This position is a hybrid position with the option for 4 on campus days and 1 remote day, once you are fully-trained </li><li>Academic Advisor Salary: $46,000 </li><li>All new hires will be expected to follow Protect Purdue </li><li>Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position </li><li>A background check will be required for employment in this position </li><li>FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime) </li><li>Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period </li><li>Purdue University is an EO/EA University </li><li>Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days </li></ul> <p>Career Stream</p> <p>Compensation Information:</p> <p>Professional 2</p> <p>Pay Band S055</p> <p>Job Code#20002152</p> <p>Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php</p> <p>Apply now</p> <p>Posting Start Date: 2/6/25</p>