Senior Academic Advisor, Civil, Environmental and Ocean Engineering

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Department Chair of Civil, Environmental and Ocean Engineering and/or designated associate department chairs, the Senior Academic Advisor position will provide academic advising for undergraduate and master’s students majoring in civil engineering, environmental engineering, ocean engineering and undecided-engineering programs, provide support for various educational processes and assist with related academic administrative matters.

Essential Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Advise prospective and current undergraduate and master’s students in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Ocean Engineering and Undecided-Engineering about academic program requirements and provide guidance on choosing and completing a program or concentration.
  • Advise current students with on-campus course, web, international and non-course opportunities to enhance professional skills, competencies and career readiness.
• Participate in and lead recruitment events, information sessions, and orientations for prospective and new students.
• Enter, evaluate, and audit student data in Workday Student to ensure students are progressing through their academic programs in a timely manner and to certify completion of course and non-course requirements for graduation.
• Host office hours to assist students with academic and student-related inquires.

• Assist the Department Chair and Associate Department Chairs of the Department of Civil, Environmental and Ocean Engineering with tasks, such as:
  • Course scheduling, processing transfer credit requests, and gathering/archiving course and program assessment data.
  • Primary point of contact regarding school policies and procedures from admission to graduation.
  • Prepare advising communications to students regarding departmental and college regulations, as it relates to program requirements and the graduation process, and departmental and campus-wide events.
  • Interpret, implement, and ensure compliance with university academic and administrative policies and procedures
• Serve as departmental liaison for University-level offices, such as International Students and Scholar Services, Undergraduate Academics, Graduate Education, and the Registrar's Office

Qualifications

• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering; Master’s degree
• Required Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in academic advising
• Preferred Experience: Familiarity with civil, environmental and ocean engineering programs; familiarity with Stevens academic programs

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with ability to develop rapport with and positively influence a diverse audience. 
• Ability to partner with leadership to develop strategies to achieve organizational goals. 
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Ability to produce high-quality work on deadline while managing multiple projects, priorities and deadlines.

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EEO Statement:

Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status. 

Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes. Stevens seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, faculty and staff.