Part-time Academic Adviser & Student Affairs Assistant, School of International Affairs

Company: Pennsylvania State University
Location: University Park
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

CURRENT EMPLOYEES OR STUDENTS: If you are a current employee (faculty, staff, technical service, or student) at Penn State, please login to Workday (/psu/d/inst/13102!CK5mGhIKBggDEMenAhIICgYI1A0QlAE~/cacheable-task/2997$2151.htmld) to complete the internal application process (/sites/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/Shared%20Documents/Internal%20Application%20Process%20.pdf) . If you are a current student at Penn State and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday (/psu/d/inst/13102!CK5mGhIKBggDEMenAhIICgYI1A0QmAE~/cacheable-task/23748$6.htmld#TABINDEX=0) to complete the student application process. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The School of International Affairs (SIA) seeks a highly motivated part-time Academic Adviser and Student Affairs Assistant for the 2021-2022 academic year. This position would serve as the primary academic adviser for Master of International Affairs graduate students and assist with student programming initiatives throughout the year. SIA is highly interdisciplinary, with its current graduate students having earned undergraduate degrees in over 60 different majors and a curriculum and faculty that spans multiple disciplines. The position is responsible for guiding students in selecting courses to meet student and program goals and addressing student academic wellness concerns. The successful candidate will: + assist students and faculty in interpreting university policies, procedures and curriculum + make professional referrals + maintain confidentiality of student records + assist in data management + support planning of advising/student affairs events such as new student orientation and graduation + facilitate in-person and walk-in advising sessions + assist in other duties as assigned. Competencies critical to success include: + outstanding interpersonal, verbal and written communications + demonstrated commitment to diversity + effective problem-solving and organizational skills + accuracy and attention to detail + ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines + use of sound judgement and professionalism + ability to work effectively both as a team and individually The Academic Adviser and Student Affairs Assistant would also be a part of the SIA administrative team and have a voice in shaping SIAs overall operations and direction. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a successful candidate is identified. Preferred qualifications include experience working in higher education academic affairs and/or student affairs and a bachelors degree in any discipline (Masters degree preferred). This position will require a 2-week training during the Spring 2021 semester, with a regular schedule beginning in August 2021 (official dates will be determined with supervisor) working 20 hours per week until May 2022 . To be considered, interested applicants must upload a resume and cover letter. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (su.edu/annual-security-reports) . Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 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