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Undergraduate Academic Advisor

Undergraduate Academic Advisor

The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program in the Office of the Provost at George Mason University seeks to hire an organized, energetic, self-motivated individual to work approximately 25 hours per week as an Undergraduate Academic Advisor.

George Mason has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason’s academic and culturally inclusive environment.

About the Department:

George Mason University’s Bachelor of Applied Science Degree (BAS) is a unique program created specifically for students who have earned an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree and seek to complete their Bachelor’s degree, with a specialized technology-rich concentration. Designed with the adult-learner in mind, but open to students of all ages, the BAS degree offers a flexible learning experience for students.

About the Position:

The program, located in the Office of the Provost, seeks an Undergraduate Academic Advisor and program assistant who will support the Program Director.

Responsibilities:

Communicating BAS degree requirements to current and prospective students;
Providing quality advising to undergraduate BAS students to help guide their course selections;
Educating students about university deadlines, policies, and procedures;
Helping students initiate academic actions (e.g., course substitutions, transfer credit inquiries, and evaluations);
Compiling and conveying information about available opportunities (e.g., internships, study abroad, research experiences, special programs);
Maintaining advising materials;
Participating in virtual events (e.g., orientation, recruitment activities);
Referring students with academic questions or issues to appropriate offices on campus;
Collaborating with BAS faculty and staff on program activities, events, and marketing materials; and
Assisting with updates to the BAS social media and website.

Required Qualifications:

Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Previous academic advising experience;
Demonstrated interest in academic advising and student support; and
Demonstrated interest in working with transfer students and contemporary students.

Preferred Qualifications:

General knowledge of curriculum at George Mason University;
Website design skills; experience using social media (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram); and
Experience with (or the ability to learn how to use) systems for academic advising (Banner, Degree Works, Navigate).

Note: Direct questions to Krystal Dains, Director of BAS Program, at kdains@gmu.edu.

This is a 100% remote position.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, applicants must apply by July 14, 2023 for position number WG1GMU with the title Undergraduate Academic Advisor at https://jobs.gmu.edu/; complete the online application; submit a cover letter, CV/resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information. Position will remain open until filled.

For Full Consideration, Apply by: 07/14/2023

By George Mason University

In the shadow of Washington, DC, and its monuments to another famous George, George Mason University teaches public policy and maybe a little politics to some 30,000 students annually. The school offers roughly 200 degree programs in areas such as...

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FUNDING

Public

INDUSTRY

Colleges & Universities

TEAM SIZE

5001-10000

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Fairfax, VA

DATE POSTED

July 3, 2023