University Overview
Wichita State University has a long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship that spurs the economy and serves the needs of the local community. This is the place where anything is possible. Where collaboration and innovative ideas shape the future, and entrepreneurship is in our bones. If you have the creativity, passion and insight to help us build a brighter future for our city, state and world—this is the place where you belong.
Position Specific Responsibilities
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” – Lao Tzu
You will become the “go to” person for our sophomore to senior classes in the college, enmeshed in our students’ journey in their pursuit of greatness. Working with under-represented, first gen & international students who are paving their way comes with many questions, needs, goals & overcoming obstacles unique to their situation. This position also comes with those due to its design in the dept.
You collaborate closely with faculty, sharing the advising aspects, guidance & follow up. A highly technical & detailed position based on the programs you advise on including the details & not being overlooked. Your strong desire to master the job quickly & establish yourself as the department’s foremost authority while respectfully seeking advice from administrators to confirm. You see yourself as a partner with all involved striving to make everyone’s position connect flawlessly, being the information sharing hub progress throughout the academic year.
You sound like quite a catch if we do say so, please apply so we are the lucky ones to get you!
Summary of Responsibilities
Advises students concerning their academic plans, progress, and academic and career goals in order to assist students in making personal education decisions and meeting graduation requirements. Interprets student needs and provides individualized service and assistance while maintaining confidentiality.
Essential Functions
Provides students with information on how to complete their college degree and refers students to appropriate campus and community services and resources when needed.
Serves as a resource person to faculty and others with regard to academic advising policies and procedures. May review and optimize procedures as needed.
May assist in the development of and participates in recruitment and retention activities related to the student population such as monitoring educational progress and/or providing application or other assistance. May maintain confidential student records and personal information.
May conduct or participate in seminars, workshops or orientation sessions for students on academic, career and personal success strategies and other group activities.
Commitment
Wichita State University is committed to inclusive excellence. WSU is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State University recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be the place where our talented faculty and staff reflect and promote the evolving diversity of our society. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of diversity, equity and inclusion, a place to learn, work, live and play.