Position Description
The University Exploratory Studies Program (UESP) is seeking a Consultant – Academic Advisor. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position. The University Exploratory Studies Program (UESP) is the academic home at Oregon State University for undecided/exploratory students who have chosen to explore major options before declaring. UESP is part of the Office of the Dean of Students in the Division of Student Affairs. The Consultant-Academic Advisor provides direct academic and career exploration advising to students in UESP, including monitoring students’ progress towards choosing an academic major and maintaining appropriate program records and resource materials .. The Consultant-Academic Advisor will also support the UESP Outreach and Instruction Coordinator with programs and projects related to our classroom offerings, First-Year student transitions and experience, and prospective student and family outreach. The Consultant-Academic Advisor reports to the Director of UESP and will work to uphold the mission and vision of the program.
Duties
85% — PROVIDE DIRECT ACADEMIC ADVISING SERVICE AND MAJOR EXPLORATION GUIDANCE TO OSU ON-CAMPUS AND E-CAMPUS UNDERGRADUATES:
-Serve as a referral agent for students needing services beyond academic advising.
-Maintain professional standards of practice through participation and involvement in continuing education and professional development activities.
- Maintain up-to-date files and records, as well as written reports and job-related data at the request of the Director.
-As needed, assist with instruction of Academic Learning Services (ALS) 114 Career Decision Making and/or 191 UESP Student Transitions.
10% -REPRESENT UESP AT VARIOUS RECRUITMENT AND ORIENTATION EVENTS SUCH AS
-Fall Preview, Beaver Open House, Orange and Black Days, START, and OSU Welcome.
-Meet individually with prospective OSU students.
- Assist with other UESP outreach as needed.
-Help with marketing and promotion of UESP.
-Other duties as assigned.
5% – EXPAND AND ENHANCE CULTURAL COMPETENCY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND SOCIAL JUSTICE EFFORTS IN UESP, THE DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS, AND THE UNIVERSITY
Application Process
Applicants will complete an application form and submit a resume/CV and cover letter. See this link for details: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/153575
Institution Information
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations: Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Additional Information
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. Total Rewards Package: Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Contact Information
Kerry Kincanon, Director and Head Advisor of the University Exploratory Studies Program [emailprotected]
