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Academic Services Officer III - School of Medicine

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedAcademic Services Officer III - School of Medicineat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

Description:

The study skills/learning specialist provides academic support service and interventions for the Premedical Studies Graduate Certificate Program (Post Baccalaureate) students on an individual and small group basis; diagnose, prescribe, monitor, and evaluate individual learning plans for students; develop and deliver study skills seminars; hire, train and supervise student tutors; work with faculty and coordinate academic reviews.

Essential Functions (Job Duties):

A primary focus of this position is to provide effective learning, test taking and study skills strategies to maximize students’ potential for academic success; support initiatives related to student transition, academic advising, learning communities, and student services; monitor students' academic progress and recommend appropriate interventions to improve performance; maintain accurate individual student records and reports; assist with data management, surveys, and program evaluation.

Unique duties:

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Education (Mathematics, Science or English preferred), Counseling,

Psychology, or a related field.

Five or more years of experience in counseling, academic advising and/or provision of academic support to "at-risk" students in a college/university setting; goal oriented and student centered; knowledge of different learning styles. Strong communication skills; ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines; ability to handle several complex tasks simultaneously.

Preferred qualifications:

School/College/Division:

H06 - School of Medicine

Primary department:

H0670 - Research and Graduate Programs

Employment type:

+ Regular Employee

+ Job type: Full Time

+ Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

+ Compensation type: Annual Salary

+ Hourly rate:

+ Salary minimum: TBD

+ Salary hire maximum: TBD

Working conditions:

This position is an AAUP Union Represented position.

Job openings:

+ Number of openings: 1

+ Reposted position: No

+ Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)

+ Prior posting/requisition number:

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, height, weight, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.