Academic Advisor

Provides academic advising to approximately 200 to 250 Quinlan undergraduate students. Assists with academic discernment, choice of major and minor, course selection to meet academic goals, and how to use the full range of available university and school resources for needed personal and professional support.

Responsibilities include:
a) Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of Loyola University Chicago and Quinlan School of Business curriculum requirements, including knowledge of the university core, the undergraduate business core, and all Quinlan majors or minors.
b) Advise assigned Quinlan undergraduates. If these undergraduates represent a specialized population (e.g., business honors students, student athletes, transfer students from Arrupe College) possess thorough knowledge of the specific academic conditions and requirements that pertain to that population. Keep highly detailed, accurate advising records using appropriate software.
c) Contribute to a friendly, welcoming, inclusive, and approachable environment in the advising office.
d) Assist with advising for new students and participate in orientation programming as requested by the Director of Advising.
e) Complete regular audits to ensure that students are on track for graduation and resolve issues as needed.
f) Maintain awareness of all university- and school-based resources available to Quinlan undergraduates (including but not limited to career development, tutoring and supplemental instruction, mental health support, and financial assistance) and provide information to students on how to access those resources.
g) Play an active role in promoting undergraduate student success and retention, in partnership with Quinlan's undergraduate team.
h) Appropriately apply FERPA regulations in discussions of student matters with families, faculty, and other parties.
i) Support students in their goal of meeting conditions of academic performance when on academic probation.
j) Represent Quinlan in undergraduate admissions processes, providing information to prospective students and families and attending recruiting events as requested (e.g., fall and spring open house and yield weekends).
k) Assist with commencement and other academic ceremonies attended by Quinlan undergraduates.
l) Complete other duties as assigned

Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Counseling or related field required and one to two years of related experience.

At least 1 to 2 years of experience with academic advising or guidance; experience at the four-year college level is preferred but not required.

Bachelor's degree required. A master's degree in education, psychology, or another relevant discipline is preferred.

Thorough knowledge of (or the ability to develop thorough knowledge of) Quinlan School of Business and Loyola University Chicago academic policies and procedures.

Ability to work effectively with undergraduate students, families and guardians, and colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds, demonstrating Jesuit values of inclusion and care for others.

Highly developed communication skills.

Ability to readily provide empathic, consistent, accurate, developmental, student-focused and honest advising.

Excellent attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to work constructively in teams andindependently.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced, changing environment where responsibilities and duties may frequently change.

N/A

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required. Familiarity with PeopleSoft/Oracle, Navigate, PowerBI, document imaging software, and transfer articulation resources is preferred.

Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate/professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail, click here.

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic Universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all.

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