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Position Number: 5188108
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Assistant Director of Advising

Requisition Number: 55814
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 23-Apr-2024
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The University of Colorado Boulder encourages applications for an Assistant Director of Advising! This professional leadership position in the University Exploration and Advising Center (UEAC) is responsible for supervision of multiple academic advisors, as well as strategic planning, oversight and assessment for key student support logistics and staff development. These tasks include advisor assignment and scheduling oversight, advising-related analytics, and both onboarding and ongoing training for UEAC advisors. The position also provides ad hoc student-facing support, teaches for-credit courses as applicable, and oversees the development of relevant programs and initiatives to support student success in the Program in Exploratory Studies. The individual in this position will report to and work closely with the Director of First-Year and Exploratory Advising as well as additional leadership members and front-line staff in the UEAC. In addition to the primary functions of leadership, staff development, creative problem-solving, and the creation, implementation and assessment of relevant student success initiatives, the individual in this position will also collaborate with campus partners in various roles across CU Boulder including the important campus-wide First-Year Advising Network. Academic advising in the University Exploration & Advising Center focuses on exploration, discovery, and supportive connection with first- and second-year students, which requires a specialized knowledge base across many disciplines as well as a keen understanding of related functional areas. Advisors build holistic relationships with students by providing multidisciplinary academic and developmental advising for undergraduates with interests across all colleges and schools at CU Boulder while empowering and supporting them in exploration and decision-making toward their choice of a major and an outlay of goals for their collegiate career and beyond. The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Program in Exploratory Studies (PES) provides the resources and guidance to help students discover and shape their academic and career journey. PES is designed to assist students in successfully choosing their best-fit academic major. We help students explore their options and decide on a path of what they want to do at CU Boulder. PES is a great opportunity for students who are unsure of their major interests or who are pursuing a more competitive major that does not allow direct entry.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Developmental Supervision, Strategic Planning, and Leadership:

Supervises, supports and develops individual members of the UEAC Advising Team, including regular one-on-ones, goal- and behavior-driven annual plans and evaluations, and daily availability and connection-building.
Hires, onboards, and trains new staff members, including the important aspect of directing professional development and ongoing training throughout supervised employee's careers with the UEAC.
Provides consistent recognition and constructive feedback to direct reports and colleagues, ensuring an environment that includes regular praise, support, and opportunities for ongoing improvement.
Advocates on behalf of direct reports, the larger team overall, and key initiatives in relevant settings, including communication within and beyond the UEAC.
Engages in planning, support and communication across the UEAC overall, including regular team meetings, relevant trainings, seeking feedback and providing timely updates.
Works closely with the Director of First-Year and Exploratory Advising and other leadership members in the unit on various initiatives and strategic planning, and attending regular leadership meetings.
Works to demonstrate and continuously improve critical leadership characteristics such as integrity and responsibility, an ethical approach to student and staff success, being flexible and embracing change, taking a constructive and proactive approach to problem solving, embracing a service attitude, focusing on adding value, and showing respect and support for both colleagues and constituents alike.

Collaboration, Administrative Work, and Student Success Initiatives:

Uses ongoing assessment to seek improvement of key advising outcomes and make data-informed decisions.
Ensures diversity, equity and inclusion play important roles in the development of staff, programming and other initiatives.
Facilitates weekly All Staff meetings and additional training and discussion sessions as relevant.
Provides guidance and perspective on PES policies, initiatives, and outcomes to OUE and PES leadership, including the Dean, the Senior Associate Vice Provost and the Assistant Dean of Exploratory Studies.
Partners with PES staff and relevant stakeholders across campus on various new and ongoing student success initiatives.
Partners with Director of First-Year and Exploratory Advising along with campus first-year advising leadership to coordinate campus-wide efforts in first-year student success alignment, assessment and improvement.
Builds strong liaison relationships with key partners and student support offices across campus in support of both PES-specific and larger First-Year Experience outcomes, including Residence Life, the Office of New Student and Family Programs, the Student Academic Success Center (SASC), the CU LEAD Alliance, etc.
Represents PES in the cross-campus First-Year Advising Network, including potential collaboration with the First-Year Advising Network Leadership team.
Manages timely logistical support for relevant academic advising processes, including caseload management, scheduling and accessibility, and overall communication needs.

Individual and Group Work with Students:

Provides academic advising to students, depending on unit needs.
Maintains accurate and detailed student records, tracks student performance, and when applicable, develops and presents reports.
Conducts proactive outreach and intervention activities with students, selecting strategies where there is a strong likelihood of positively impacting student persistence and academic success.
Supports and/or teaches staff-led FYXP courses.
Connects with students to gain feedback, suggestions, and general understanding of the student experience in PES.

Professional Development:

Works toward a consistent level of professional development, including but not limited to relevant conferences, mentoring opportunities, coursework, workshops, and research.

What You Should Know

Hybrid work schedule offered.
Normal business hours with occasional evening/weekend when needed.

What We Can Offer

The salary range for this position is $71,500 - $74,000 annually.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

Be Statements

Be collaborative. Be inspired. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Bachelors Degree and minimum of two years of professional advising or academic coaching experience in a higher education setting or a combination of job related education and experience equivalent to 6 years.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

What You Will Need

Global mindedness and mission-focused, developmental leadership.
Motivation, inspiration and building trusting relationships.
Commitment to inclusivity and cultural competence.
Teaching approach and a commitment to student, staff and self development.
Outcome-focused collaboration and supportive decision-making.
Innovation and accountability toward creative problem-solving.
Customer service, organization, and communication skills.
Student-centered work ethic and a high level of personal integrity.
Demonstrated interpersonal excellence with colleagues.
Dedication to assessment, change management, and proactive engagement.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
Essay instructions: A short essay (no more than 1 page) that addresses the following statement: "Our unit recognizes that our mission is strengthened by contributions from diverse perspectives. Describe what your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion looks like in practice."

We may request references at a later time. Please apply by April 23, 2024 for consideration. Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Assistant-Director-of-Advising/55814