Job Description

Academic Advisor

The academic advisor provides student-centered advising services to Bouv College of Health Sciences students in the Accelerated Bachelors of Science in Nursing and Transfer Track Bachelors of Sciences in Nursing programs (ABSN/TT). The advisor assists students with course registration, interpreting degree audits, understanding degree requirements, planning curricular and co-curricular experiences, and making referrals to university resources. The advisor interprets and communicates institutional policies and procedures and assists students with navigating processes. The advisor works collaboratively with constituents across campuses to facilitate services for students in the ABSN/TT programs. The advisor will occasionally coordinate programs and events for students such as orientations, skills workshops, and social events, and will also coordinate special projects at the discretion of the Assistant Dean.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of advising, student development theory, and/or career development theory
• Knowledge of current market trends relevant to the array of health science programs at Bouv College
• Knowledge of and ability to coordinate programs, develop event assessments, and utilize technology
• Strong interpersonal communication and public speaking skills
• Ability to uphold the ethical principles and practices set forth by the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA)
• Awareness of the needs of special populations such as underrepresented minorities, people with disabilities, and non-traditional student cohorts
• Ability to engage and teach multiple audiences in multiple forms
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment in decision-making and problem-solving
• Ability to exhibit creativity, self-direction, and the capacity for independent work, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
• Ability to commit to the highest level of professionalism, ethical standards, and confidentiality as directed by University policy
• Ability to participate in evening, weekend and travel commitments as necessary

Qualifications:

• Master's degree
• At least 1 year of professional work experience in higher education, preferably in academic advising
• Demonstrated ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Navigate, Banner, SalesForce, and/or DARS
• Experience working with healthcare students, especially nursing students
• Experience advising non-traditional students

Position Type: Academic Administration

Additional Information:

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Compensation Grade/Pay Type: 107S

Expected Hiring Range: $52,820.00 - $74,607.50

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.

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