Job Information
St. John Fisher College Career and Academic Planning Advisor in Rochester, New York
Overview:
St. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution that provides a transformative education to approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students each year. Across its five Schools, Fisher offers nearly 40 majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, and nursing; 11 pre-professional programs; and master’s and doctoral programs in business, nursing, education, pharmacy, and public health. The University’s residential campus boasts a robust living and learning community and a successful intercollegiate athletics program. Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background.
The University continues to honor its founders, the Congregation of St. Basil, by embracing their motto, “Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge.” We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres—a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.
Job Responsibilities:
Advise and counsel students – individually and in groups – on issues related to identifying academic and career goals, academic planning, personal development, problem solving, and maximizing their University experience. Model and teach the use of resources for learning about academic programs, careers of interest, and course registration so they become owners of their educational journey who collaborate with others to achieve their goals. (75%)
Review and respond daily to issues through early alert/case management system, email and phone. (10%)
Meet with prospective and admitted students and their parents/family members during campus programs, e.g., Open House, Orientation, etc. Provide information to students and parents, and make referrals where appropriate, for services offered either by the University or by outside organizations for the benefit of the student. (5%)
Register portion of incoming first-year student class. Prepare, organize, and maintain appropriate resources, reports and statistical summaries. Collaborate with and assess performance of assigned student Peer Mentors. (5%)
Participate in professional development activities as required. Serve on committees as assigned. Other duties as assigned by the department. (5%)
Education / Experience:
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science, related to counseling, human development or education preferred.
Experience working with young adults from diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated ability to use online tools
Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills
Competencies / Skills:
Communication, presentation, and organizational skills
Establish supportive relationships
Multitask and prioritize work
Use online tools, e.g., Starfish, Handshake, Banner
Work effectively with colleagues
Culturally responsive knowledge
Supervision of Employees:
N/A
Work Hours:
This is an exempt 12-month position with 35 hours a week office schedule. Ability to work some nontraditional work hours including evenings, holidays or weekends as needed.
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of St. John Fisher University to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the University has employees.
The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Title IX Coordinator is the designated University official with primary responsibility for coordinating compliance with Title IX and related federal and state laws. The Title IX Coordinator, Meg Flaherty, Ph.D., can be reached by phone (585-385-8232), email (titleix@sjfc.edu), in-person in Campus Center 206, or outside of business hours by contacting the Office of Safety and Security (585-385-8111).