About the role

Available shifts

• are subject to change based on organizational needs.
• Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 34,000 students and more than 4,451 faculty and staff.
• To date, UNLV has conferred more than 186,000 degrees, producing more than 151,000 alumni around the world.
• UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement.
• The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine.
• UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.
• Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country.
• UNLV sits in the top spot in U.

What you'll do

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• Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
• If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or unlvjobs@unlv.edu.
• ROLE of the POSITION The Director of Advising in the College of Sciences provides strategic leadership and operational oversight to a robust Center, providing advising services to over 2500 major, minor, and prospective undergraduate students.
• Strategic Management: Establishing and enforcing unit policies and ensuring the center’s structure and processes meet the needs of a diverse and high-demand student population.
• Student Support and Advising: Providing direct advising to undergraduate and prospective students as needed
• ensuring consistent application of advising policies and degree requirements.
• This position shall coordinate with the Assistant Dean of Student Success and Undergraduate Programs to set annual goals that align with Top Tier initiatives and the strategic goals of the College.
• COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment.

What you'll bring

• Representing the Advising Center and the College of Sciences at university-level committees and events; advocating for the unique needs of students and programs.
• Partnering with faculty and administration to align advising practices with curricular changes, accreditation requirements, and student success priorities.
• to increase enrollment and promote equitable student success.
• This position shall coordinate with the Assistant Dean of Student Success and Undergraduate Programs to set annual goals that align with Top Tier initiatives and the strategic goals of the College.
• Like all AA leaders, this position plays a large role in enrollment growth, removing barriers to student success, ensuring inclusive and equitable access to resources, working to eliminate achievement gaps, and providing outstanding service across the student life cycle.
• It is expected that this role will be filled by an individual who subscribes to and exemplifies the university’s core values in all interactions; demonstrates professionalism and collegiality; is collaborative and a team player; is ethical, transparent, and abides by all university, NSHE, and State laws, policies, and procedures as appropriate to the position; and embraces inclusion to promote belongingness for students, faculty, staff, community partners, and campus guests.
• Administrative faculty positions, especially those in leadership roles, require some evening and/or weekend work and occasional travel.
• BACKGROUND SCREENING Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background and/or credit check.
• This position requires a master’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), five years of professional work experience in academic advising, and five years of supervisory experience in advising/student success.
• Credentials must be obtained by the employment start date.

Benefits

• Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary
• programs No state income tax Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents PERKS & PROGRAMS Employee recognition and appreciation programs UNLV athletics ticket discounts Statewide employee purchase program discounts RebelCard discounts on and off campus Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles Connect with colleagues with shared interests Personal and professional development opportunities A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact vetjobseekers@unlv.
• edu or visit our Veterans Webpage.
• HOW TO APPLY Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing
• Additional information is available at SSA 1945.
• Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.