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Requirements

At Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, our mission is to build global business knowledge and inspire ethical leaders to serve the common good. We provide a world-class undergraduate, graduate, and executive experience rooted in our distinctiveness: Access to expertise across Georgetown University’s renowned schools to provide interdisciplinary, integrated, learning experiences; A location in the global capital city of Washington, D.C., with access to thought leaders and influencers across business, government, policy, non-governmental agencies, and embassies; And Georgetown University’s Jesuit tradition that calls upon us to be leaders who foster a collaborative culture and use empathy and care for others as they work to solve the world’s most complex challenges and serve the common good.

The Advising Dean, Undergraduate Programs counsels students about academic program policies and issues. The incumbent monitors student academic progress and assists students in making appropriate educational choices and decisions, conducting informational sessions and advising students about research, internship, and training opportunities. Advising approximately 250 undergraduate business students on curricular and co-curricular issues and assisting with academic planning, additional duties include, but are not limited to:

Work closely with students at-risk and on academic probation to provide additional support, reviewing undergraduate students for graduation clearance and ensuring all degree requirements are met.

Plan, implement, and assist in university events including New Student Orientation, Commencement, Family Weekend, Beta Gamma Sigma Induction, GAAP Weekends, workshops, admissions sessions for prospective students, and community service/outreach efforts.

Represent MSB Undergraduate Program Office on campus-wide committees, such as Honor Council, Case Management Committee, Alpha Sigma Nu, Orientation Committee, First/Second-Year Experience Committee, Admissions Comm., Athletic Comm., and/or Judicial Board.

Assist with the internal transfer process, working on commencement activities including diploma ordering, commencement book information, graduation clearance, and ceremony activities.

Collaborate with Associate Dean on global education programs including Global Business Fellows, Global Business Experience, and summer abroad programs.

Work on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging activities for undergraduate business students.

Work Interactions

The incumbent reports to Associate Dean for Student Services and assists with the execution of the student engagement strategy for undergraduate business students. This position engages in various types of interactions, including interaction with the following: (a) one-on-one meetings with students about academic issues, course planning, and long-term goals; (b) phone, zoom, and in-person conversations with parents; (c) phone, zoom and in-person conversations with faculty and administrators both within and outside the McDonough School of Business; (d) presentations and meetings to prospective students, current students, and parents, and (e) many written interactions with the various populations described above, most of which are via email.

Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field; Master’s degree is preferred

Ability to work in a supportive and collaborative way with students, faculty, parents, and academic and student affairs staff

Personal desire and skills to advise, counsel, and mentor students with the ability to multi-task and distinguish between essential and secondary tasks during busy periods while paying careful attention to detail

Very strong communication skills (both written and verbal) and experience with initiating programs and planning events

Familiarity advising students with Degree Works and using Banner is a plus

2-5 years of work experience in a college environment is also preferred

Work Mode Designation

This position’s work mode has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.