This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Undergraduate Academic AdvisorDepartment of PhysicsThe Grainger College of EngineeringUniversity of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignThe Department of Physics in The Grainger College of Engineering seeks applicants for an Undergraduate Academic Advisor position. Reporting to the Associate Head of Undergraduate Programs in the Department of Physics, this position will provide academic advising and coordination of student services to support the personal, academic, recruitment and professional development of Physics undergraduate students. The Department of Physics is a world leader in experimental, theoretical, and computational physics research. Over the last year, our undergraduate program has expanded, with increased enrollments and the creation of a new CS+Physics degree. This position will allow us to meet the increasing needs of our majors. Please visit our website to learn more about the department. .Duties and Responsibilities:Advise undergraduate students pursuing Physics, CS+Physics, and Physics+DS degrees on program requirements.Interpret departmental, college, and university information, procedures, policies, and academic requirements.Advocate on behalf of students who are experiencing personal difficulties and work in partnership with the Grainger College Engineering and other resources on campus to develop viable plans for completion.Provide advice and assistance to incoming first year and transfer students during new student registration through in-person and online advising in coordination with the Grainger College of Engineering.Maintain schedule of academic advising appointments, coordinate with Senior Advisor during drop-in advising throughout the academic year, adapting during high-peak times to meet student demand.Record and maintain detailed records for all students; utilize DARS, Banner, UGradRecs, and other related systems.Create a welcoming environment inclusive of students from diverse backgrounds.Respond to queries from students, faculty, staff, and parents/families as appropriate (within the parameters of FERPA).Make referrals to appropriate campus and academic support resources, extracurricular activities, workshops and trainings, and other services within and outside of the college.Facilitate and create relevant programming for undergraduates and special events (end of term appreciation events, welcome events, etc.)Work with Coordinator of Undergraduate Recruitment and Placement to plan and attend commencement ceremonies. Work may include: seating charts, signage, program, communications with students, and coordination with Department Head office on post commencement reception.Visit with prospective and admitted students and their parents to discuss the undergraduate programs, student opportunities, and resources available for students in the Department of Physics and the Grainger College of Engineering.Attend Grainger Engineering events for prospective and admitted students and parents and represent Physics in promoting the department\'s bachelor\'s degree programs.Assist with campus visit days for prospective and admitted students and parents, including a short presentation and Q&A session.Assist with Physics degrees convocation ceremonies, including supplying pending degree lists.Travel occasionally for recruitment and programming purposes.AdministrativeAssume additional appropriate related undergraduate program duties to further the mission of the Department.Minimum Qualifications:Ba helor\'s degree1 year of experience in academic advising, career advising, or student coaching/mentoring.Preferred Qualifications:Master\'s degree in a related field (Higher Education, Social Sciences, Student Affairs)3 years of experience in academic advising, career advising, or student coaching/mentoringExperience working directly with undergraduate students in higher educationFamiliarity with the physical sciences or related fieldsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Strong customer service skills and communication skillsStrong work ethic with the motivation to help and guide othersAbility to working collaboratively within a team settingAbility to learn and disseminate detailed informationAbility to work an adjusted work schedule and/or work outside of the normal work hoursAbility to travel occasionally for recruitment and programming purposesAppointment InformationThis is a full-time academic professional position appointed on a 12-month service basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the closing date. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiri