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Job Title ACADEMIC ADVISOR Position Number 8102386 Job Category University Staff Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status Exempt Campus Chicago-Water Tower Campus Department Name SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Location Code SCHOOL OF BUSINESS (02200A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No Duties and Responsibilities Provides academic advising to approximately 200 to 250 Quinlan undergraduate students. Assists with academic discernment, choice of major and minor, course selection to meet academic goals, and how to use the full range of available university and school resources for needed personal and professional support.

Responsibilities include:
a) Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of Loyola University Chicago and Quinlan School of Business curriculum requirements, including knowledge of the university core, the undergraduate business core, and all Quinlan majors or minors.
b) Advise assigned Quinlan undergraduates. If these undergraduates represent a specialized population (e.g., business honors students, student athletes, transfer students from Arrupe College) possess thorough knowledge of the specific academic conditions and requirements that pertain to that population. Keep highly detailed, accurate advising records using appropriate software.
c) Contribute to a friendly, welcoming, inclusive, and approachable environment in the advising office.
d) Assist with advising for new students and participate in orientation programming as requested by the Director of Advising.
e) Complete regular audits to ensure that students are on track for graduation and resolve issues as needed.
f) Maintain awareness of all university- and school-based resources available to Quinlan undergraduates (including but not limited to career development, tutoring and supplemental instruction, mental health support, and financial assistance) and provide information to students on how to access those resources.
g) Play an active role in promoting undergraduate student success and retention, in partnership with Quinlan’s undergraduate team.
h) Appropriately apply FERPA regulations in discussions of student matters with families, faculty, and other parties.
i) Support students in their goal of meeting conditions of academic performance when on academic probation.
j) Represent Quinlan in undergraduate admissions processes, providing information to prospective students and families and attending recruiting events as requested (e.g., fall and spring open house and yield weekends).
k) Assist with commencement and other academic ceremonies attended by Quinlan undergraduates.
l) Complete other duties as assigned Minimum Education and/or Work Experience Master’s degree in College Student Personnel, Counseling or related field required and one to two years of related experience. Qualifications At least 1 to 2 years of experience with academic advising or guidance; experience at the four-year college level is preferred but not required.

Bachelor’s degree required. A master’s degree in education, psychology, or another relevant discipline is preferred.

Thorough knowledge of (or the ability to develop thorough knowledge of) Quinlan School of Business and Loyola University Chicago academic policies and procedures.

Ability to work effectively with undergraduate students, families and guardians, and colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds, demonstrating Jesuit values of inclusion and care for others.

Highly developed communication skills.

Ability to readily provide empathic, consistent, accurate, developmental, student-focused and honest advising.

Excellent attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to work constructively in teams andindependently.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced, changing environment where responsibilities and duties may frequently change. Certificates/Credentials/Licenses N/A Computer Skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required. Familiarity with PeopleSoft/Oracle, Navigate, PowerBI, document imaging software, and transfer articulation resources is preferred. Supervisory Responsibilities No Required operation of university owned vehicles No Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No Physical Demands None Working Conditions None Open Date 10/01/2024 Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants Diversity and Inclusion Statement Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
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* Do you have a Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Counseling or related field? Yes No * Do you have at least one to two years of related experience? Yes No * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?

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