Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Develops and revises informational materials and curriculum guides for students and departments.
Assists in the training of new academic advisors and/or advising interns.
Reviews applications for restricted majors; reports on and guides special populations, if applicable to the college/unit.
Assists in the development of data collection and analysis for assessment purposes.
Advises and assists current and prospective students regarding interpretation of placement assessment, ascertainment of desired career and academic goals, development of an academic plan, establishment of program requirements related to academic objectives, and course scheduling and registration.
Assists in the resolution of individual academic issues and issues affecting degree progress and attainment of academic and career objectives.
Awareness of resources in support of diversity and inclusion; advises students on academic program changes and academic progress toward a degree; appropriate referral to students for related services.
Assists in the evaluation of transcripts; reviews and discusses evaluated transcripts for applicability of transfer credit to YSU; when appropriate, initiates credit evaluation process.
Interprets university and college policies and procedures, including student withdrawal, probation, suspension, dismissal and reinstatement procedures; stays current on applicable laws, policies and procedures (e.g. FERPA); consults with other advisors regarding interpretation of university policies.
Maintains student files, records, and data in accordance with federal, state and university regulations.
Collaborates within the unit and across other colleges and divisions to support academic advising, orientation, recruiting, career service, and retention programs and activities.
Attends and successfully completes university-provided training and participates in appropriate external professional development activities.
Serves on various campus committees and/or represents the advising unit at various functions.
Assists in graduation audits.
College Specific Responsibilities: Serves as primary advisor for communication and humanities students. Assists with other student populations as needed.
Assists with college events, including visits by prospective students, celebration of awards, and other events as needed.
Other Functions and Responsibilities: Assists with training new hires.
Performs other duties as assigned and/or required that are within the level of responsibility for this classification at the discretion of the supervisor.
Equipment Operated: Computer and all other standard office equipment.
Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday; available to work evening and weekend hours as needed.
Supervision Exercised: May exercise supervision over student employees.
Reports to: Director, Undergraduate Advising
