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Purpose of Position:

Primary Responsibilities :

• Advise majors and minors in English, including new students, current majors, transfer students, as well as potential students. Assist in planning and implementation of academic advising. Assist students in developing a clear path to reach their educational and career goals, including connecting the skills of the English major with the needs of the job market. Deal with placement, transfer, graduation and other degree-path issues and refer students to appropriate resources as needed. Assist in short and long term schedule planning.
  
  
•  Working closely with the chair and the Director of Undergraduate Studies, help develop and assist the department with program recruiting and retention activities such mentoring student groups and peer mentors. 
  
  
•  Collaborate with the College of Arts and Sciences Advising Center and NKU offices such as admissions, graduate programs, new student orientation, Educational Outreach, Student Success Hub, recruitment and retention efforts and others as needed in academic affairs and student affairs.
  
  
• Plan, present and assist with department of English recruiting efforts including Norse Days, Black and Gold Days, and other department and university recruitment efforts.
  
  
• Maintain documentation of appointments, advising and related activities. Generate and disseminate student reports using the university information systems.
  
  
•  Become a Master Advisor. Attend regular trainings, conferences and educational events to stay current on NKU policies and best practices in academic advising.
  
  
• Transitioning new students into the English program.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree strongly preferred

• 2 years of related experience required preferably advising undergraduate university students 

• Proficiency with office software (Excel, PowerPoint, Access); ability to learn complex software systems (e.g. SAP, Tutor Track and Navigate) quickly. Ability to learn, understand, and articulate the requirements, culture, and skills developed in the English major. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and professionalism; strong interpersonal communication skills.  

• Strong organizational and collaborative skills and ability to deal successfully with diverse populations. 

• Must be able to handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Experience: 2 years

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