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Coordinator and Advisor - School of Social Work
Located in Urbana, IL
Job Summary**
Coordinates graduate student support programming and academic advising
efforts for the campus and online MSW program, and Doctoral program
within the School of Social Work. Works closely with the Director of
Student Affairs to provide mentorship, career advising, and holistic
support to graduate students. Additionally, this position participates
in student programming with the Student Affairs team and serves as a key
point of contact for graduate student affairs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Advising
Guide graduate students through the registration process, advising on
course selection, degree requirements, and academic policies. Connect
students with appropriate campus resources as needed to support their
academic journey and address challenges.
Provide advising to current graduate students each semester, ensuring
they are informed of degree requirements and other academic policies.
The coordinator supports doctoral students through key milestones,
including preliminary exams, thesis formatting, and departmental
clearance. They act as a resource for students seeking guidance on their
academic progress, offering support tailored to individual needs.
Provide back-up support to the Admissions and Recruitment team, serving
as a secondary point of contact for inquiries about the programs,
application processes, and funding opportunities to prospective
students. This involves providing detailed information on program
offerings, prerequisites, and the admissions timeline.
Student Support
Provide support and mentorship to MSW (campus and online) and Doctoral
students, particularly those needing additional assistance (e.g.,
students on academic warning or flagged through student support forms).
Serve as a resource for students\' academic and professional development
within the field of social work.
Provide crisis support and intervention for students experiencing
personal or academic emergencies, connecting them with appropriate
campus and community resources as needed.
Collaborate with the Director of Student Affairs and team to develop
strategies and resources for student success, addressing the diverse
needs of the graduate student body.
Offer support in evaluating student petitions related to academic
progress, exceptions, and leaves of absence.
Student Programming
Create and implement student programming for MSW (campus and online) and
Doctoral students, including orientation, professional development
workshops, networking events, and career-focused sessions. Collaborate
with other staff to develop programming that spans both graduate and
undergraduate student populations.
Plan and organize graduate program events, such as the student awards
ceremony and graduation, ensuring smooth execution and meaningful
student participation.
Collaborate with the Recruitment and Admissions Coordinator to implement
and attend recruiting events.
Other duties as assigned.
Administrative and Data Management
Collaborate with the Admissions and Records Officer to track academic
progress and ensure the accuracy of student success.
Assist the Director of Student Affairs in preparing reports, tracking
program outcomes, and compiling data related to graduate student
programming and support services.
Minimum Qualifications
Master\'s degree in Social Work or a related field. At least two (2)
years of experience in student affairs, academic advising, or program
development.
Preferred Qualifications
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with five or more years clinical
experience. Crisis intervention experience. Experience working with
graduate student populations. Familiarity with the School of Social
Work\'s programs and services.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong understanding of academic advising, student support services, and
the specific needs of graduate students within social work education.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with the
ability to manage competing demands and work both autonomously and
collaboratively within a team. Ability to mentor students, provide
accurate information, and develop strategies that support student
success.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a
12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the
search posting closes. The budgeted salary range for the position is
\$60,000 - \$65,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with
qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.
This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois
Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the Un
