Advisor and Academic Programs Administrator

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Location Twin Cities

Job Family Student Services

Full / Part Time Full-Time

Regular / Temporary Regular

Job Code 9704AA

Employee Class Acad Prof and Admin

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About the Job

Advisor and Academic Programs Administrator

Job Code : 9704AA

Advise undergraduate and graduate students regarding art degree requirements,

the College of Liberal Arts (CLA), off-campus experiential opportunities, and

career planning. Create and provide student services focused specifically on

academic success and careers related to the visual arts, including academic

planning and major exploration.

Contribute to the day-to-day administrative and liaison functions of the

Department of Art academic programs and advises on curricular development,

revisions, and additions to the department's academic programs, including the

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Master of Fine Art (MFA),

Honors Program, Project Information Literacy (PIL), Inter-College Program (ICP)

major, bachelor of individualized studies (BIS), and individually designed

interdepartmental major (IDIM) programs.

Collaborate with the department chair, administrative director, director of

graduate studies (DGS), director of undergraduate studies (DUS), curriculum

scheduler, student ambassador, CLA advising team, and other staff and faculty to

assess the curriculum and align program outcomes with best practices and

educational and professional trends.

Serve as liaison for faculty and students with the wide variety of services and

units belonging to CLA and the university, including : the graduate education

office, university advising offices, and admissions; and represent the department

at advising forums, professional associations, conferences, and arts community

events.

Job Duties :

Undergraduate Advising and Academic Programming (50%)

• Provide 1-1 undergraduate student academic program advising and maintain

regular walk-in advising hours. Coordinate appointments with students for

assistance and faculty mentoring. Quickly evaluate and resolve student requests,

concerns, and questions; refer to appropriate UMN resources when necessary.

requirements. Host internship and professional development events in

coordination with the DUS and other CLA departments. Consult with students to

identify and secure internship opportunities.

program requirements.

minors, and students in specialized degree programs.

and manage on-campus recruitment events for students interested in art majors.

Work with the CLA Office of Admissions to identify and recruit new first-year

undergraduate students and transfer art majors.

transferring into UMN as an art major. Meet with transfer students to evaluate

their transfer credits as they apply to the department of art major and minor

programs.

secondary schools and other organizations to promote undergraduate academic

programs.

Undergraduate Program Administration (25%)

student application materials, facilitate faculty BFA reviews, and maintain and

archive committee meeting materials and notes.

meetings. Maintain committee materials and minutes.

committee. Work with faculty to develop a comprehensive, sustainable curriculum

based on faculty teaching and research strengths.

Facilitate study abroad opportunities with the DUS, faculty, staff, and the Study

Abroad Program.

Graduate Program Administration (25%)

files on MFA candidates from application through graduation. Schedule MFA

annual academic reviews; assist MFA candidates in processes and procedures

for oral defense and graduation scheduling.

thesis exhibition documentation, and retain and / or publish per UMN data

retention and archive policies.

SlideRoom and UMN application sites annually, process new MFA admission

forms, and guide DGS in writing and sending acceptance letters.

fellowship applications. Work with the graduate committee and the DGS in

awarding annual graduate fellowships and writing / sending graduate fellowship

award letters.

Attend meetings and advise the committee on UMN graduate program

processes, policies, and procedures.

orientation with the DGS.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

coursework in art or a similar arts area.

skills.

abilities.

disseminate detailed information.

Preferred Qualifications

arts-related field with 3 years of related experience.

registration systems.

fast-paced environment.

and faculty population.

accreditation processes and policies.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range : $59,000 - $70,000; depending on education / qualifications / experience

Time Appointment Category : 100% Appointment

Position Type : P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

How To Apply

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This position will remain open until filled.

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About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

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