DIRECTOR OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS ADVISING - COLLEGE OF SCIENCE

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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?

Serves as Director of Clemson's Health Professions Advising (i.e.- Pre Med, Dental, PA). Provides strategic leadership of academic advising and counseling for Clemson students pursing further professional education in health professions. The Director reports to the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Excellence and Global Engagement. Collaborates with offices across campus to provide resources including, but not limited to, workshops and application preparation services.

40% - Essential - Program Management:
Provides leadership for the university-wide health professions advising program. Develops and maintains relationships with admissions officers at professional schools, coordinates the delivery of information to students related to their preparation for professional school. Manages early admissions programs and scholarship programs related to health professions. Developing additional partnerships with various institutions. Develop & teach courses for advising health professions advisees. Program Administration/Management of Pre-Health/Global Engagement Certificate Program (Clemson C4C).
25% - Essential - Health Professions Advising:
Advises students across the university regarding health-related professions and professional school preparation. Assists students with health career advising through; personal statements review, mock interviews, workshops, panel discussions, presentations, individual professional school advising and other services as needed. Also assists students by identifying professional shadowing opportunities in the health care field. Collaborate with College of Science Student Services Team for Advisor Training.
20% - Essential - Supervision:
Supervision of advising assistant in Health Professions Advising, including hiring, terminating, training, and developing, reviewing performance, and administering corrective action for staff.  Plans organizational structure of health professions advising services and job content. Serving on University wide pre-health advising committees.
15% - Essential - Engagement:
Organizes events related to professional health careers involving students, alumni, faculty, and staff from units throughout the university. In collaboration with the SCIENCE Director of Advising and Professional Development, manages participation in university recruitment events, summer orientation and Bridge to Clemson on behalf of Health Professions Advising. Serves as the lead for the Tigers on Call program in collaboration with the SCIENCE Director of Alumni Relations and Director of Development.

Education: Bachelor's Degree and experience in student services programs.

Education: Master's Degree

Work Experience: 3+ years in student services programs and preferred experience in advising toward health professions

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied 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
Provides Budget Input - Provides input into the budgeting process, and oversees fund allocation.

100% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
  90% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

No Work Conditions

Standard hours: 37.5

Anticipated Salary Range: $52,100 - $65,000
 

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

April 14, 2026 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 EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.