Overview

Job Location:
Hoboken, NJ – Main Campus

Job Description

Undergraduate Academic Advisor, Computer Science

Under the supervision of the Operations Manager of Computer Science and/or designated associate department chairs (with a dotted line to the Schaefer School of Engineering and Science Director of Undergraduate Studies), the Undergraduate Academic Advisor position will provide academic advising for undergraduate students majoring in computer science programs and assist with related academic administrative matters.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Advise prospective and current undergraduate students in the Department of Computer Science about academic program requirements and provide guidance on choosing and completing a program or concentration. 
  • Assist students through registration periods, utilizing study plans for their specific program and guiding them as they progress through each academic year.
  • 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.
  • Manage responses to inquiries from prospective students about computer science undergraduate programs and Stevens, in general.
  • Serve as primary point of contact to the department chair, associate department chairs, faculty advisors, department staff and current students in computer science regarding school policies and procedures from admission to graduation.
  • Coordinate communications to students regarding departmental and college regulations as it relates to program requirements and the graduation process and coordinate mandatory advisement sessions.
  • Advise current students on on-campus course, web, international and non-course opportunities to enhance professional skills, competencies and career readiness.
  • Partner with other Undergraduate Academic Advisors and the Graduate Academic Advising Team to provide ongoing departmental coverage and support for new projects and events that may arise.
  • Collaborate with Schaefer School of Engineering and Science Director of Undergraduate Studies and Academic Advisors as well as the Registrar's Office, Office of Undergraduate Academics, and other departments at Stevens on processes and procedures that impact their roles.

Qualifications

  • Required Education:  Bachelor’s degree
  • Preferred Education:  Master’s degree
  • Preferred Experience:  Minimum of 2 years of experience in higher education, preferably in academic advising; Familiarity with computer science 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.

Stevens values diversity and seeks candidates who can contribute to a welcoming climate for students, faculty and staff of all races and genders. We are an NSF ADVANCE institution committed to equitable practices and policies and strongly encourage applications from qualified women and minority candidates, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities. Stevens offers an intellectually vibrant, diverse, highly interdisciplinary, collaborative, innovative and entrepreneurial community, and is a great place to work.

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 a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes.

Department

Computer Science Operations

General Submission Guidelines:

In order to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens, you must submit an online application. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact [email protected]

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 female and minority candidates as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities. 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.

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