Academic Advisor (Adjunct)

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This temporary position will advise a caseload of incoming first-year students to educate them on the courses they need for the following semester. This position will also help ensure students are in the right classes, support their transition to PSU, and assist those who are having academic difficulties. This position will guide undeclared students through the major and career exploration process.

Duties/Responsibilities

Academic Advising Caseloads (70%) 

• Advisee caseloads of psychology and undeclared students (approx. 75)

• Advise undeclared students (help with transition to college, registration & classes, major & minor exploration, educate on advising tools and platforms, etc.) 

• Help undeclared students transition into a major 

Academic Support Advising (30%) 

• Assist students with low 6-week grades

• Create plans to increase GPA’s and improve academic performance 

• Consistent check-ins on progress in classes, attendance, assignments, mental health, etc. and offer accountability and encouragement 

Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required in higher education, human resources, program administration or related field.  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience coaching and advising students.  

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.   

• Public speaking experience.  

• Career development knowledge and skills.  

• Program/workshop development and facilitation experience.  

• Proficiency with various technology platforms including Microsoft Office Suite, student database software and other educational technology tools. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree preferred with a minimum of two years of experience in student advising, higher education, human resources, program administration or related field.  

• Experience in college/university academic advising or career development office.  

• Experience developing and implementing programming for students.  

• Evidence of an innovative and research-based mindset.  

• A strong understanding of student development, especially in the first year of college.  

Applicant Instructions: 

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

Compensation Pay Range:

$25.50

Plymouth State University offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Through research and innovative community partnerships, the University contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beyond.

Plymouth State University (PSU) is transforming the campus to create a first-of-its-kind university holistically organized around integrated clusters. Our goal is to provide a dynamic interdisciplinary and innovative learning environment. Students, faculty, staff, and community will connect to solve real-world challenges that will benefit people and organizations at all levels. We are a residential and comprehensive university with a warm and engaged learning community focused on teaching excellence and regional engagement. The University is located in the heart of the Lakes Region and White Mountains of New Hampshire and serves approximately 4,300 undergraduate and more than 2,000 graduate students.

Surrounded by lakes and mountains, PSU’s 170-acre campus provides students with an outstanding natural laboratory for learning and an ideal setting for outdoor recreation. PSU has consistently earned national recognition for its commitment to community service, environmental sustainability, academic excellence, and employee wellness.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Salary Grade:

Adjunct Hourly Staff 00

Location:

Plymouth