Advisor- College of Nursing

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College of Nursing

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Nursing invites
applications for the Advisor position in the Office of Student Services.

The Office of Student Services serves all College of Nursing
prospective, current and alumni students. We empower all students to
take ownership of their education by providing individualized,
comprehensive academic advising through challenge and support. We
partner with campus community and external stakeholders to foster a
learning environment that promotes diversity, academic engagement and
student success. The purpose of the office is to guide students through
their educational journey to become future nurse leaders. The Office of
Student Services seeks to provide quality academic advising to ensure
timely graduation, achievement of academic and career goals while also
fostering mattering and belonging in the university and college
community.

The Office of Student Services seeks an individual who is passionate
about student success. This position provides comprehensive academic
advising and supports holistic student success for undergraduate and
graduate students pursuing or interested in the programs offered through
the College of Nursing.

Position Summary:

• Develop and facilitate outreach plan to assigned advisees and

faculty

• Assist with the management of the shared email account(s)
• Assist with the management and professional development of

faculty
mentors

• Contribute to the maintenance of advising and academic

information
(electronic and print)

• Manage transfer course equivalencies, evaluations, and

articulations

• Read and share publications with advising staff to maintain

knowledge
about the educational role of academic advising in enhancing student
learning and development

• Assign students the appropriate advisor (Manage enrollment

spreadsheet)

• Maintain curriculum and catalog information on the college and

university website to include the catalog

• Meet with prospective students and parents
• Report to physical office daily

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree
• Knowledge of academic advising and student learning / development

theories applied to practice.

• Experience working with students in a college or university

setting.

• Experience working with a diverse student population.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of advising principles and best practices for

recruiting.

• Experience advising, recruiting or student success related career

field in a higher education setting.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate change.
• Administrative and organizational skills.
• Ability to complete simultaneous projects.
• Competent to perform NACADA core competencies.
• Evidence of team building skills that foster collaboration and

ability
to interact with a broad base of individuals (administration, faculty,
staff, clinical partners, students, etc.) who interact with the Office
of Student Services.

• Computer literacy and strong skills with digital literacy tools.
• Willingness to learn new systems, programs, skills and other

information.

In addition to the applicant file in Taleo, applicants should submit a
cover letter detailing relevant experience along with a resume and
names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

Finalists for this position may be asked to provide information about investigations and findings related to sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, sexual assaults, dating/domestic violence, and stalking during their current or immediately previous employment (if not currently employed).