Academic Advisor, Communications Design (71101) - Pratt Institute : Job Details

Academic Advisor, Communications Design (71101)

Salary: $62,400.00 - $64,000.00 Annually

Location: NY, NY

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 202400154

Department: Undergraduate Advising

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About Pratt

Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York.

Position Description

Do you enjoy working with innovative young minds helping them to achieve their goals and dreams? Are you able to work in a fast-paced environment collaborating with peers and leadership on solutions and providing students with what they need to succeed? Pratt Institute may have the perfect opportunity for you!

The Department of Academic Advising is seeking an Academic Advisor who is self-directed with the ability to effectively communicate with students and provide them with the necessary resources and skills to make good choices in their academic journey. The Advisor will guide students in the decision-making process at each transition in their journey at Pratt.

The successful candidate for this position will provide advising and registration support for students in the undergraduate programs. The Academic Advisor will assist students from the time they enter the Institute through graduation by facilitating intentional goal setting, academic planning, and individualized pathways to student success. The Advisor will be required to offer a wide range of services, including but not limited to individual and group advising, designed to meet the needs of a diverse student body.

Position Duties:

• Advise undergraduates on course selection, academic planning, and career goals. Handle academic evaluations, leaves of absence, study abroad, and academic probation. Refer students to relevant administrative departments. Disseminate school policy and deadlines.
• Implement targeted outreach initiatives with faculty and the Learning Access Center using Starfish software. Analyze data to identify at-risk student populations and monitor registration and program adjustments.
• Organize and lead Group Advising sessions and outreach campaigns. Manage registration processes and student records using online systems.
• Assist transfer students in successful matriculation. Coordinate with Admissions and the Registrar and streamline administrative processes.
• Collaborate with Advising colleagues on strategic planning. Develop programs to enhance student experience and connect them with resources.
• Foster interdepartmental communication and streamline administrative processes for effective student support and information sharing.
• Continuously assess and improve advising practices through the evaluation of external feedback and the development of innovative programs and services.

Qualifications

Education: Master's degree in Higher Education Student Affairs, Counseling, or related field knowledge of studio culture is a plus.

Experience: 3 years of experience in higher education with college advisement experience preferred; Experience in student program development preferred.

Required Skills: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills required. Proficiency with the Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and Zoom required. Knowledge of advising and registration platforms such as Ellucian Colleague preferred; experience with Starfish a plus. Ability to self-manage and work independently as well as collaborate in a team office setting. Must be empathetic, well-organized, detail-oriented, and patient; with a desire and ability to work in an artistic environment with a diverse student body.

Memberships: Active membership in NACADA /NASPA is a plus.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Company Sponsored Basic Life & AD&D, Company Sponsored Long Term Disability, Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care), Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking), Disability (NYS), Voluntary Short Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, 403B Retirement Plan, Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off (Vac & Sick).

Application Instructions

• Please submit your cover letter and resume.
• If you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to provide at least 5 References via our online reference tool system. At least 2 of your References must be, or have been, your direct managers.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.

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