Academic Advisor - Cornerstone University

CLASSIFICATION:             Full-time, Hourly (12 months)

REPORTS TO:                     Director of On-Campus Advising & Designated School Official (DSO)         

DEPT:                                    Enrollment Management            

SUMMARY:

The Academic Advisor is responsible for providing academic advising for all new on-campus program students and for current on-campus program students who are considering a change in their major/minor in an effort to retain students and facilitate timely degree completion.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties may be assigned.

• Represent Cornerstone University and Cornerstone Theological Seminary in a Christ-like, professional manner to many different internal and external constituencies, consistently exhibit enthusiasm toward the institution
• Assist in the strategic planning efforts to improve retention and exceed annual enrollment goals
• Support registration of on-campus students via student self-service resources
• Communicate regularly with new and current students about course schedules, registration opportunities and student success resources via phone, email, text messaging and student appointments (in-person and/or virtual)
• Document communication activity and meet communication activity goals on a weekly basis
• Provide communication and transparency with faculty regarding student degree progression and registration needs

• Develop academic plans for all incoming students. This includes assisting students to identify their unique, God-given strengths, interests and goals, to determine appropriate major/minor and course selection
• Partner with an assigned group of student advisees to educate them on the value of advising, the LifePath (academic and career-advising) program, and graduation timelines
• Participate in orientation and registration events

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 2+ years’ professional experience; higher education experience preferred
• Clear and compelling vision of excellence in Christian liberal arts education
• Demonstrated skill in communication, collaboration, problem solving, and project management
• Experience at the college level in program development, student services, and assessment
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities
• Knowledge of current research and best practices in college student retention and student success

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and an active Christian commitment.
• A theology that supports the values and mission of Cornerstone University evidenced by an ability to affirm and sign the university’s doctrinal statement, “The Cornerstone Confession.”
• Enthusiastically embrace the Cornerstone University Identity, Mission and Vision statements.

SALARY AND START DATE:

• Salary:  $16.82 to $17.78 per hour commensurate with education and experience. A full benefit package including health plans, disability coverage, and retirement is included.
• Start Date:  As soon as possible.

Review of candidates will begin immediately.  

ABOUT CORNERSTONE UNIVERSITY:

Cornerstone University is a vibrant interdenominational evangelical university that prepares students for lives of global influence in an academically rigorous, spiritually rich educational community. It is located minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, a dynamic city in Western Michigan that offers a wealth of outdoor and cultural activities. Learn more about Cornerstone at www.cornerstone.edu.