The Student Academic Advisor will play a key role in supporting the academic advising ensuring the smooth operation of student services within the Associate Dean\'s office.Job Responsibilities

• Advisory Sessions: Arrange, schedule and conduct advising sessions for Freshmen and Sophomore students, providing guidance on degree programs, minors, course selection and registration.
• Knowledge Management: Develop a comprehensive understanding of the department, academic programs, student support services and departmental processes related to academic advising.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay informed about curricular changes, policies, regulations and procedures relevant to advising and registration.
• Coordination: Collaborate with the academic advisor, Head of Department (HoD), faculty, and other stakeholders to address advising and registration-related issues.
• Degree Audits: Conduct degree audits for graduating students and those approaching graduation.
• Record Keeping: Perform data entry and maintain accurate records of advising and registration activities.
• Data Analytics: Utilize data analytics to assist in scheduling for upcoming semesters and years.
• Backup Support: Provide backup support for the primary advisor, handling walk-ins, incoming calls, and emails.
• Digital Transformation: Contribute to the digitization of academic advising services.
• Student Monitoring: Monitor student progress and ensure compliance with program requirements for graduation.
• At-Risk Student Support: Identify and monitor at-risk students, providing appropriate support and resources.
• Assess competencies and interests by providing the student the opportunity to reflect on their learning style and past successes in academic and extracurricular activities.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Bachelor\'s degree in a relevant field.
• Served in a role where he/she comes into contact and have dealt with students\' issues in a higher education environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and experience with online scheduling tools for multiple team members.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of the higher education system in an American University\'s context.
• Knowledge of student advisory and registration processes.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance for advising and registration.
• Skills in conducting workshops related to advising.
• Skills in data archiving and analytics.
• Skills in writing effective reports.
• Skills in digitization.

How to Apply

• Interested applicants should fill out the

. * AUS alumni are encouraged to apply. Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon one\'s qualifications.

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