Student Advisement:
- Provides timely and accurate advising to approximately 500 Psychology and Psychological Science students in person, virtually, over the phone, and via email.
- Evaluates the use of transfer credit and determines whether or not degree requirements have been met.
- Supports Psychology and Psychological Science students in establishing realistic and attainable academic and career goals.
- Assists Psychology and Psychological Science undergraduate students in determining educational plans, choosing courses, and exploring majors, minors, and career options.
- Conducts targeted outreach, reporting, and experiential learning coordination for students in the Psychological Science major.
- Identifies educational and career options appropriate for each student and assists students in evaluating each option, including possible outcomes and their implications.
- Counsels Psychology and Psychological Science students on options to satisfy degree requirements.
- Monitors students' academic progress, determines satisfactory progress toward degree completion, and assists students in completing degree requirements.
- Identifies current and potential needs or barriers to success (e.g., study skills, tutoring, mental health counseling).
- Advises students experiencing academic difficulties in the development of an academic action plan and refers students to appropriate campus resources for assistance as needed.
- Using University systems, maintains student files, records, and advisor notes.
- Maintains knowledge of regulations and policies that impact students' educational options.
- Utilizes communication tools to enable proactive outreach to Psychology students.
- Offers guidance and training to newer advisors.
Service to Department:
- Teaches a 1-unit success course for Psychology and Psychological Science first-year students in the fall semesters.
- Assists in the interviewing, selection, training, and supervision of undergraduate Psychology Peer Mentors.
- Identifies department curriculum problems and develops and recommends solutions.
- Serves on departmental committees, such as those focused on hiring and scholarships.
- Assists in the recruitment of potential students by advising them on general academic requirements of a specific college, describing courses, and disseminating information regarding registration procedures.
- Leads information sessions, workshops, and/or courses and evaluates the effectiveness of these programs.
- Performs other duties as assigned (typically less than 5% of work time).
Service to College and University:
- Attends monthly and bi-monthly meetings to stay up to date on policies and processes across campus and the College.
- Assists with Transfer and First-Year Orientation, including evaluating incoming students' credits.
- Assists with College ceremonies and convocations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
- Knowledge of campus resources, support services, and referral processes for student success.
- Knowledge of transfer credit evaluation and degree audit processes.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate student academic progress and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Ability to communicate complex academic information clearly and effectively.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities, technology, and institutional needs.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
