Department:

College of Engineering and Information Technology (COEIT), Undergraduate Student Services

COEIT and the University of Maryland, Baltimore County are dedicated to research, innovation and education. COEIT works in partnership with state and federal agencies and industry to promote the transfer of research applications that benefit society. We distinguish ourselves by our continued commitment to cross-disciplinary research and education. We provide outstanding education opportunities to graduate and undergraduate students to contribute to the professional workforce in engineering, computer science, and information systems.

The Undergraduate Student Services advising staff provides academic advising to undergraduate students interested in the Computer Science and Engineering majors at UMBC.

https://advising.coeit.umbc.edu/

Position Overview:

UMBC is seeking a Transfer Success Academic Advisor to support pre- and post-transfer success initiatives in the College of Engineering and Information Technology. Responsibilities include advising current transfer students, providing pre-transfer advising to prospective students, assisting with orientation for incoming transfer students, evaluating transfer applications and participating in recruitment and retention activities for transfer students.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $50,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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Telework:

A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Responsibilities:

The Transfer Success Academic Advisor is responsible for providing a range of services to current and prospective COEIT transfer students. Duties will include:

• Pre-advising prospective transfer students
• Providing advising to current UMBC transfer students
• Evaluating transfer applications for eligibility
• Providing advising support for transfer students at orientation and post transfer
• Assisting with transfer success initiatives within the college

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree
• One year experience in higher education or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three references.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled; For best consideration apply by June 5, 2023

Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave
• 15 Days of Sick Leave
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more

Contingent II positions may include some benefits.

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.

Salary:

Salary starts at $50,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Hours:

Full-time

Type:

Regular

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Equal Opportunity Statement:

UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Title IX:

As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.

Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization:

As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.