Academic Advisor-Fine Arts

at Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas, United States

Job Description

Position Title Academic Advisor-Fine Arts

Position Number 999239

Position Status Full-Time

Regular Work Hours

8:00AM – 5:00PM, Monday – Friday. Hours may be adjusted during specific times in the semester.

Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Description

University Overview

Wichita State University has a long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship that spurs the economy and serves the needs of the local community. This is the place where anything is possible. Where collaboration and innovative ideas shape the future, and entrepreneurship is in our bones. If you have the creativity, passion and insight to help us build a brighter future for our city, state and world—this is the place where you belong.

Position Specific Responsibilities

As a member of the College of Fine Arts advising team, this position is essential to students’ academic success. With an advising load of 200+ students, this advisor serves all School of Performing Arts programs (Theatre, Technical Theatre, Musical Theatre, Dance) and select programs in the School of Digital Arts (Filmmaking and Acting for Digital Arts). They will advise students concerning their academic plans, progress and goals in order to assist students in making personal educational decisions and meeting graduation requirements. Additionally, they also serve as a resource to faculty and others with regard to advising policies and procedures. If you have a love and appreciation for the arts, join our team and share your passion with our students.

Summary of Responsibilities

Advises students concerning their academic plans, progress, and academic and career goals in order to assist students in making personal education decisions and meeting graduation requirements. Interprets student needs and provides individualized service and assistance while maintaining confidentiality.

Essential Functions

Provides students with information on how to complete their college degree and refers students to appropriate campus and community services and resources when needed.

Serves as a resource person to faculty and others with regard to academic advising policies and procedures. May review and optimize procedures as needed.

May assist in the development of and participates in recruitment and retention activities related to the student population such as monitoring educational progress and/or providing application or other assistance. May maintain confidential student records and personal information.

May conduct or participate in seminars, workshops or orientation sessions for students on academic, career and personal success strategies and other group activities.

Commitment

Wichita State University is committed to inclusive excellence. WSU is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State University recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be the place where our talented faculty and staff reflect and promote the evolving diversity of our society. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of diversity, equity and inclusion, a place to learn, work, live and play.

Requirements

Minimum Education Bachelor’s degree in related field by hire date

Preferred Education

Minimum Experience One (1) year of experience in student services or related field. Every 15 hours of graduate college coursework beyond a bachelor’s degree can be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Preferred Experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience with detail-oriented, time sensitive tasks and confidential information and protocols.

Experience working and interacting with diverse populations and communities.

Demonstrated proficiency with office technology and systems, including: Windows, Microsoft Office, database systems, and other computer programs.

Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills in an academic setting.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Ability and willingness to work flexible hours.

Licenses, Certificates and Registrations

None

Sponsorship

User Export Compliance No export control requirement.

Additional Information

Special Instructions

Department Information

Department 102651-CFA Advising Center

Salary Information

Pay Information Commensurate with experience

Overtime Eligibility No

Eligible for Shift Differential? No

Benefits Eligible? Yes

Benefit Information

Wichita State University and the State of Kansas offer a variety of benefit programs which are designed to enhance employment. Many of these benefits are available immediately and some with a wait period.

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and supplemental coverage offerings

• Retirement plan with generous employer contributions

• Basic employer-paid life insurance and optional life insurance

• Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance Program

• Generous time off accruals

• Full time 12-month employees typically accrue 22 vacation days and 12 days of sick leave per year in addition to 8 annual paid holidays designated by the State of Kansas.

• Additional holidays and/or a discretionary day can be granted by the governor each year.

• Part-time employee accruals are on a pro-rated basis.

• Paid Parental Leave

• State Shared Leave Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Discounts on campus and throughout Wichita through ShockerStart

You can find more information on benefits in the New/Prospective Employee Benefits Guide.