Position Summary JOB DESCRIPTION : The Assistant Director of Academic Advising has three areas of responsibility that contribute to the success and retention of undergraduate students: (1) create efficient and effective policies and procedures to onboard transfer and re-admitted students (2) provide holistic support for transfer and re-admitted students; and (3) collaborate with admissions, department chairs, faculty advisors, and staff who interact with transfer and re-admit students.

OUTCOME: A positive impact on transfer and re-admitted student success and persistence towards graduation via coordination, transparency, communication, and accessibility. Contributions to meaningful, accurate, and well-informed academic advising and mentoring. Essential Functions Direct Student Support (50%) Provide advising and registration guidance to incoming transfer and re-admitted students as part of their enrollment and onboarding process. Serve as the primary academic advisor for returning undeclared and pre-nursing students as well as the Back on Track mentor for students on academic probation—specializing in those who are transfer and re-admitted students. Support the retention and progression initiatives for transfer students in collaboration with other academic advising department initiatives. Serve as an advocate for students who transfer from one institution to another; monitor and report on the academic progress and mobility of transfer students. Contribute to first-year student advising services and/or initiatives as a member of a multi-skilled, adaptable advising team. Policy/Procedure Creation (25%) Stay current on local and national transfer trends in order to maintain excellent transfer advising. Evaluate the quality and efficacy of transfer and re-admit advising processes to continuously improve the service and experience for these student populations. Support the accuracy of transfer equivalency documents and processes with the Registrar’s Office. Review and participate in the publication preparation process for students transferring to YCP including transfer enrollment information, advising documents, and other brochures created for transfer students. Collaborative Endeavors (25%) Develop collaborative partnerships with offices on campus who work with transfer and re-admitted students to create programming and/or other initiatives for these populations. Develop and facilitate department chair relationships for supporting the advising and registration experience of transfer and re-admitted students. Partner with the Enrollment Management division, the Registrar’s office, and other departments within the Student Life and Success Division to develop and maintain transfer services, orientation, and resources. Serve on associated college-wide and Student Life and Success Division committees. Experience and Education Required Master’s degree in College Student Personnel, Counseling, Higher Education, Communication, Education, or other academic discipline. At least three years of professional experience working in diverse academic environments with students in a college or university setting. Direct experience in academic advising with transfer students preferred. Required Skills and Qualifications Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills; keen interest in working with and helping students in an academic environment. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments, and anticipate deadlines. Ability to work collaboratively with a team of advisors within the Academic Advising Center, along with faculty, staff, and students within the academic community. Excellent computer skills including familiarity with Windows environment, Microsoft Office products, and academic advising software. Knowledge of academic environments, particularly in higher education, and principles of student development theory, and academic advising. Commitment to working with and helping students in an academic environment focusing on career and professional development. Knowledge of the Federal Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA) and sensitivity to student academic rights and responsibilities. Flexibility to work independently and, when appropriate, make decisions, solve problems, and initiate tasks. Ability to work collaboratively across Divisions and Departments of the College. Additional Information York College of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Non-Discriminatory . For a copy of York College's Annual Security Report, you may contact the Office of Campus Safety or visit the website: Annual Security Report .