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One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. 

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

Directs and manages advising at the departmental level. Plans, designs, creates and administers an advising program for students that meets the college's long-term goal of creating an excellent education and extraordinary experience. Advises and supports undergraduate students to aid in timely and successful degree progress. Assesses student needs and identifies and refer students to resources. Develops and implements student programs to support retention and engagement. Other duties as assigned.

30% - Essential - Supervision: Manage the work of others, including hiring, training, developing, and monitoring the performance of departmental advisors and/or registration coordinators. Supports direct reports with trouble-shooting of complex issues. Keeps current on the latest research, analysis methods, and national trends. Advocates to incorporate best practices to position the department at the forefront of advising.
30% - Essential - Course Selection and Academic Progress: Monitors and counsels students on academic progress. Advises undergraduate students on course selection. Advises and counsels undergraduate and graduate students on University and departmental policies, engagement opportunities, and personal development. Identifies student issues and refers students to other campus resources as needed. Serves as a key resource to faculty and administrative officers regarding student information and policies. Provides registration support.
25% - Essential - Coordination: Plans and organizes student centered initiatives, programs, or events (e.g. outreach and developmental programming, orientation, bridge and transfer programs, advising communications, software implementation, event coordination). Maintains schedule, manages logistics, recruits participants for initiatives, communicates and reports on program outcomes. Attends relevant meetings and serves as liaison for the department.
15% - Essential - Service: Participates in departmental, College, and University wide initiatives related to advising and student success by providing staff support, knowledge, and expertise to ensure a successful program. Assists with College recruiting and engagement programming as needed.

Education:  Bachelor's Degree

Work Experience: Experience in student services programs.

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages Work of Others - Manages work of others including hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff. Plans organizational structure and job content.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

  15% - Stand for prolonged period
  70% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
  15% - Walk or move about
  90% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
  20% - Move, transport, raise or lower
  50% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

   5% - Overnight Travel

Standard Hours: 37.5

Expected Salary Range: $ 61,350.00 - $ 70,322.44
 

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

Clemson, SC

February 6, 2025 at 11:59 PM (EST)

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.