Academic Advisor - Mathematics
University of Illinois

Job Info

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Academic Advisor - Mathematics

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

Job Summary
Provide academic advising for the undergraduate program in Mathematics.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising for all undergraduate math majors; serve as primary advisor for approximately 1/3 of our majors.
• Advise students in mathematical majors during summer orientation.
• Primary personnel for monitoring and answering messages to the Mathematics Advising email account.
• Field questions from students and parents about the math placement exams. Provide math placement advising to students in any major. Advise students dropping to a lower math course. Assist with other undergraduate office advising tasks as needed.
• Check freshman midterm grades and apply advising holds as needed.
• Meet with families during Admitted Student Days; provide a presentation or a Q&A with families of prospective or admitted students. Organize and train a group of undergraduates to represent the department at special events.
• Other duties as assigned to further the mission of the unit.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree.

Two (2) years of work experience in a student- or education-related area.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Mathematics or closely related field.

College-level advising experience.

Successful candidates will have:

• Organizational, communication, interpersonal, and assessment skills.
• Intercultural skills and a commitment to inclusive practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work from a strengths-based advising perspective.
• Demonstrated ability to track and assess student academic progress.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, particularly those that enable the candidate to effectively communicate clearly with a wide range of constituencies including, students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni and partners.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, with a wide range of on-campus and off-campus constituencies.
• Knowledge of academic skills and student development issues associated with undergraduate student populations, especially those that require enhanced advising and academic skills support.
• Successful candidates will demonstrate a working level of proficiency in the following competencies:
• Facilitating Student Development, Success, and Outcomes: Ability to work developmentally with students; ability to promote student learning, development, and success by applying varied advising approaches to diverse individual student situations.
• Communicating for Effective Relationships: Knowledge and application of communication techniques (including listening skills) and relationship-building skills to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• Communicating Complex Concepts: Knowledge and use of summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience.
• Using Resourcefulness and Good Judgment: Ability to apply past experience and analysis of information to arrive at sound and timely conclusions.
• Planning and Organizing: Ability to mobilize time and other resources to get things done.
• Valuing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging: Ability to work with a variety of individuals in a constructive and civil manner while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals from varied cultures, race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the deadline The budgeted salary range for the position is $45,000-55,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity,
candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 9, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Emily Lange at eredden@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1025631
Job Category: Education & Student Services
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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