Assistant Director of Academic Advising and Guidance
Ball State University
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Indiana Academy
Assistant Director of Academic Advising and Guidance
Ball State University
The Ball State University, Indiana Academy is accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Academic Advising and Guidance.
The Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Humanities is a residential school for academically gifted high school juniors and seniors. The Indiana Academy is located on the campus of Ball State University. This is a full-time 10-month contract position for the academic year that is renewable based on satisfactory job performance. Additional summer work may be available pending funding availability. This position provides academic advising guidance and registration support to Indiana Academy students. This position also guides and provides support to Indiana Academy faculty advisors.
At Ball State University, Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Position Function: The successful candidate will develop, coordinate, train, and support the Indiana Academy Academic Advisors. They will support Indiana Academy students enrolling in Ball State University courses and Indiana Academy dual credit courses.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university by date of appointment.
Minimum Experience: One year of academic counseling experience in and educational setting.
Minimum Other: Commitment to equity-focused practices and evidence-based, data-informed approaches.
Preferred Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Preferred Experience: One year of experience in registration and enrollment.
Preferred Other: Knowledge of Indiana Department of Education academic honors, diploma, and graduation pathway requirements.
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Apply online at: https://bsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/36143
Include the following documents with your application: resume and cover letter addressed to: Hiring Manager. In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earner is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted through April 12, 2023.
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.
The Ball State way is rooted in the Beneficence Pledge – a commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship, honesty and integrity, social responsibility, gratitude and valuing the intrinsic worth of each member of our community. Ball State students, faculty and staff are empowered in a culture that believes in them and demands they believe in themselves. They are partners in an innovative, immersive approach to education. They are supported by living and learning facilities that enable intellectual curiosity. We graduate scholars who are changing the world, and we’ve dedicated our University to do the same.
The university offers an excellent wellness program and extensive benefits offerings to include a generous paid time off package and paid parental leave. For further information regarding benefits please visit:
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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