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Join to apply for the Academic Advisor role at Regent University Be among the first 25 applicants. Benefits Regent offers a wide range of generous benefits including health, life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition incentives; fully vested retirement plans; life and disability insurance options, time off, and more. All regular faculty and staff serving at Regent and working a minimum of 30 hours per week will receive an attractive benefits package. Work Location Virginia Beach, VA (remote work possible in case of inclement weather) Essential Duties Provide academic advising, mentoring and support for all accepted and enrolled students. Provide preliminary and comprehensive academic advising regarding transfer credits, course selection, and course requirements to all prospective and active status students. Inform, review and process academic forms (e.g., academic petitions, online add/drop, readmission, withdrawal) in accordance to University policy and procedures and within Key Performance Indicator (KPI) requirements. Provide pre-degree clearance audits and conduct final degree clearance advising in all policies and procedures concerning graduation requirements, commencement, and commissioning. Liaison with Registrar's office when conducting credit and transcript research. Educate, engage, and empower students regarding academic programs, advising services, student services, and university resources. Monitor students' academic progress including admission status, advising holds, and academic standing. Attend and provide service for University events. Participate in training and instruction within the Academic Advising department, as well as training and instruction provided by other university offices and departments to ensure knowledge of and compliance with University policies. Thorough reading, research, and participation in professional development opportunities, develop a deep understanding of issues and needs confronting students, and assist in the development of effective ways to address those issues and needs. Develop and/or present workshops or seminars to enhance and support student success. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 60 college-level credits required. Prior experience in college level academic advising strongly preferred. Proven track record of excellent customer service. Experience in process management and problem solving. Appropriate competency and ability to be trained in technology including Customer Relation Management (CRM) systems, Microsoft Suite, Canvas, Cognos, Degree Works, and phone systems with the ability to multi-task within these systems. Ability to type an average of 40 WPM. Ability to work 40 hours within defined hours of operation: Monday – Friday 9 am – 6 pm EST. Candidates Must Have Commitment to the vision and mission of Regent University and the Academic Advising department. A heart for the personal, spiritual, and professional development of students. Ability to maintain student confidentiality. Excellent people and communication skills. Ability to provide excellent service in a professional manner. Organizational skill and attention to detail, with the ability to multi-task. A strong work ethic. Flexibility and resourcefulness. Commitment to Regent’s core values of Excellence, Innovation, and Integrity. Regent University does not discriminate in employment in its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status. For full Non-Discrimination Policy click here. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Education and Training Industries Higher Education #J-18808-Ljbffr Regent University

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