Reference #: 2021562 The Tepper School of Business offers a future-focused business school experience, tailored for the complexity of today's marketplace. Where others see challenges, we see opportunity. Always looking ahead, we are consistently moving the world forward with innovative ideas, creative solutions, and new approaches.

Carnegie Mellon University's Tepper School of Business is excited to hire an Academic Advisor to join the undergraduate programs team in a position that works directly with students to support their curricular experience and leads new student orientation programming.

Your core responsibilities will include:

Provide academic advising to undergraduate business and economics students navigating their academic experience by reviewing curriculum progress towards degree completion and supporting personal, educational, and career goal development.

Conduct individual advising sessions via in-person and virtual meetings on registration, course exploration and selection, campus resources, and opportunities.

Document advising notes after individual student interactions.

Contribute to student success and retention by providing data points and reviewing analysis.

Encourage student engagement with campus resources and support services to promote academic success, self-advocacy, and well-being.

Collaborate with campus partners (faculty, housefellows, academic advisors) to provide frequent touchpoints and identify interventions for students with academic concerns.

Attend and contribute to staff meetings, advisor professional development opportunities, and major campus events (i.e., orientation, commencement).

Other duties assigned as special projects.

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the Tepper School of Business. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

You should demonstrate:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport and sustained relationships with students

Strong organizational skills to work and collaborate within a culturally responsive environment

Ability to anticipate, assess, and respond to global and individual student needs

Ability to manage competing priorities

Knowledge & Commitments:

Use student development, student success, and academic advising theories to work with a diverse student population in inclusive learning environments

Interact and represent the Tepper School in a professional manner with faculty, students, staff, and the community

Engage student leadership theories and standard methodologies to support a diverse set of student organizations

Maintain professional expertise through regular professional development

Approach work with a sense of fun and commitment to student success

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Student Affairs, Counseling or Higher Education preferred

1-3 years of relevant experience required

A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered

Requirements:

Successful Background Check

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At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond just credentials, we consider the role and responsibilities, your invaluable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We acknowledge and appreciate your unique skills and the diverse perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it's about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

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