JOB DESCRIPTION
Requisition ID
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Scope of Search
Grant Funded Position
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Desired Qualifications
12239
Academic Success Specialist
Academic Success Specialist
Tempe
MLF Teachers College
Full Time
Open
This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.
April 7, 2015 is the initial close date. Applications will continue to be accepted and
considered every two weeks until the search is closed.
ASU's Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College is seeking a qualified individual to provide
one on one as well as group academic advising and related student services to
graduate students primarily in the Educational Policy and Evaluation PhD and
Learning, Literacies, and Technologies PhD programs. Under general supervision,
the Academic Success Specialist will serve as a key contributor to increasing
student retention and graduation and supports students in making timely progress
toward a degree through a range of in-person and online academic counseling and
support strategies. This position is primarily located at Tempe campus; however,
travel to the other ASU campuses and school sites is required.
Bachelor’s degree AND two years previous experience in one or more of the
following: advising, student recruitment/retention or related student services
utilizing a proactive and innovative approach which results in demonstrated
outcomes in retention, graduation, and academic planning; OR any equivalent
combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge,
skills and abilities have been achieved.
 Demonstrated knowledge of principles, practices, procedures and methods
of evidence-based academic advising strategies
 Demonstrated knowledge of ASU academic structure and organization
 Demonstrated knowledge of academic programs, colleges, and
departments university-wide
 Experience with Doctoral Programs and students
 Experience in providing thorough and complete attention to detail, following
multi-stepped processes, and maintaining accurate records
 Experience in student service orientation
 Experience in designing presentation materials and giving oral presentation
in group settings
 Experience in applying the principles, techniques and methods of
teamwork, compromise and collaboration to produce desired outcomes
 Experience in the use of internet-based research tools and Microsoft Office
Suite computer applications, especially Excel
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Experience in rapidly adapting and effectively utilizing new technology,
practices, policies and methods
Experience in establish and maintain effective working relationships with
peers, faculty, students, administration and other interested parties
Experience in working effectively in an environment subject to quickly
changing priorities
Evidence of effective verbal and written communicate skills
Working Environment
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Experience in interpreting student needs and determining when referral to
other University resources is appropriate
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Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office
setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and
manipulating a computer mouse
Stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to
perform work.
Lift up to 25 pounds
Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which
may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts
Communicate to perform essential functions
Use standard office equipment such as computer workstation/laptop
(keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, telephone and
associated computer/technology peripherals
This position receives regular review of objectives
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Essential Duties
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Department Statement
Provides 1:1 as well as group academic advising, recruitment/retention, and
academic success support functions to students to ensure ongoing
successful progress to completion of degree program
Provide guidance to students on course selection, registration, and
satisfactory academic progress toward an education degree and teacher
certification using iPOS, PeopleSoft, and Dashboard
Assists with academic program development and implementation
Monitors student academic progress through a variety of reporting tools;
works closely and collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff to ensure
academic success
Acts as college/department liaison to support and prospective students,
faculty, staff, and external groups on issues related to academic success
Works under limited or minimal supervision, handles problems, provides
guidance and advice to students
Responds to student questions and concerns in a timely manner; works
with students to resolve all issues to ensure ongoing satisfaction with
program and successful progress to completion
Acts as primary liaison, connects students with academic and personal
resources such as tutoring, financial aid, counseling and career services;
provides follow up to ensure satisfaction with and effectiveness of services
Works collaboratively and collegially with academic units and services
throughout the university to facilitate comprehensive student support
Maintains student files and records on computer based databases
Utilizes a variety of university data and programmatic direction to promote
student academic success
Collaborates with Teachers College internal and external partners to
promote education programs
Interprets and explains college and university policies and procedures
related to admission, advising, student success, and degree completion
Prepares and presents at orientations for current students
Other duties as assigned
As one of America’s largest producers of teachers, ASU’s Mary Lou Fulton
Teachers College (MLFTC) prepares 1,500 teachers annually through its multiple
teacher preparation programs which include undergraduate and graduate degree
programs offered through traditional and non-traditional pathways.
ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an
unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and
broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution
comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social,
cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is
inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate
academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 70,000 students in metropolitan
Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and
cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one
hundred nations across the globe.
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Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered
without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected
veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work
history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal
background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and
certifications. Employment is contingent up successful passing of the background
check.
Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.
Resumes should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meet the
minimum and desired qualifications stated in this requisition.
Only electronic applications are accepted.
Instructions for ASU
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indicated.
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• For staff positions click on Internal Applicants (for existing ASU
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applicants several online options for the recruiting process), click on Search
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• From the Job Details page, review the posted job description and click the
Apply To Job button to begin the online application process.
Then, answer the questions to complete the ASU Kenexa online employment
application (Note‐ you will be asked to submit your cover letter, resume and three
personal references as part of the application process).