Academic Advisor - College of Engineering - Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Silicon Valley Campus

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world's most renowned education institutions. With ground-breaking brain science, path-breaking performances, creative start-ups, big data, big ambitions, hands-on learning, and a whole lot of robots, CMU doesn't imagine the future, we invent it. If you're passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters, your journey starts here!

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering ranks among the best in the country. Our research programs are at the forefront of the technologies that have changed the world we live in. Our interdisciplinary approach to education and research allows faculty and student across the university and beyond to collaborate on problems that have a significant impact on the world around us.

Carnegie Mellon University's department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is searching for an Academic Advisor at its Silicon Valley location. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in an exciting and meaningful work environment. You will provide crucial support to the department by providing quality academic program advising, counseling, and general student life assistance to M.S. students in ECE's Software Engineering program. This position is essential to the development and support of ECE's Silicon Valley program and students.

Responsibilities:

• Monitors student progress throughout the program to ensure that students are on track to meet graduation requirements. Certifies students to graduate each semester.
• Primary point of contact for the HUB/University Registrar's Office - management of student records, course schedules, and other processes/documentation as they relate to registration and student/academic records.
• Provides academic program information to students regarding department, campus, and university course requirements, policies, opportunities, and resources.
• Develops and delivers a required introductory course for incoming students each fall and spring.
• Collaborates and coordinates student support with faculty advisors.
• Liaises with the Office of International Education (OIE) to address international student issues and immigration requests for current students.
• Participates in various department-, college-, and university-level meetings as appropriate to stay informed and share information and standard methodologies.
• Tracks movement of MS students who are able to transfer between physical locations each semester to ensure that billing and program codes are accurate and that they have an advisor at their respective location.
• Maintains and updates ECE academic and student resource-related web pages and other departmental resources.
• Contributes to various report efforts for internal and external use: enrollment, admissions, BPPE, USN&WR, NSF, Annual reports, etc.
• Delivers and/or participates in department and college events such as recruitment/outreach, Orientation, student information sessions (for new and continuing students), and alumni communication.
• Assisting in planning for, and participating in, ECE's Diploma ceremonies in Pittsburgh each May.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, problem-solving and reasoning skills

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Electrical & Computer Engineering. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to optimally interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• At least one year of academic advising experience preferred
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements:

• Successful Background check required

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it's about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

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