The APC/A works closely with the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs (direct supervisor) to support undergraduate program management and advising. The APC/A is responsible for supporting excellent service to students, faculty and other staff in order to attract, support and retain students as effectively as possible. 

The APC/A is responsible for assisting assigned business faculty and students in the development of academic schedules, the academic standing process, the advising process, and related duties appropriate for the stated educational goals of each student.  

The Advisor APC/A works with the Associate Dean in the development and implementation of a retention plan for the LaPenta School of Business designed to facilitate student progress towards degree completion. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with the academic standing process, tracking of student performance, including attendance
• Facilitates the development and implementation of a retention plan for the LaPenta School of Business by researching literature and current methods regarding student retention specifically addressing student advisement and retention, and recommending alternatives designed to assist students in progressing towards degree completion
• Ensures the effectiveness of the advising process by maintaining student files, regularly updating academic reports, and validating the information contained in the student files and the student database
• Serve as liaison with department chairs, faculty, registrar, admissions, student financial services and other college offices as needed regarding students
• Receive and coordinate applications for readmission
• Provide frequent feedback to deans, directors, and chairs on program enrollment and student service
• Prepare summary reports, spreadsheets, and other documents that relate to the management, tracking, and planning of academic offerings
• Assist with office operations
• Other duties as assigned by Associate Dean

Required Skills Required Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field is required; a Master's degree in Business or Counseling is preferred.  
• Two-three years of work experience in higher education or customer service is required.  Excellent interpersonal skills, including conflict management, oral and written communications skills are required.  Computer literacy, including MicroSoft Office Suite, Excel is required.  Experience in academic advising is preferred.  Extensive knowledge of Iona College and the Lapenta School of Business, its requirements and regulations, is preferred.
• Organizational and time management skills are required.  The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. Knowledge of PeopleSoft and spreadsheet data analysis is helpful.

About Us

Iona College, a highly accredited liberal arts institution of academic excellence, seeks to grow our diverse community of learners, scholars and staff located at our scenic 45-acre campus in New Rochelle, just 20 minutes north of midtown Manhattan, and at our satellite program at Rockefeller Center. At Iona we are committed to educating lifelong learners in the tradition of the Christian Brothers and American Catholic higher education. We prepare our 3,300 undergraduates and 600 graduate students with career-ready skills and success in all facets of their lives by nurturing the values of justice, peace and service. Our continued success depends on attracting and retaining a highly motivated, results-oriented and talented team. Learn more about what makes us unique: review our Mission, Vision & Values, our stories in the media and our compelling benefits. Join the Iona College team and partner with us as we Move the World!

Iona College is committed to attracting and supporting a staff and faculty of women and men that fully represents the racial, ethnic and cultural diversity of the nation and our institution; as a result, we actively seek applications from individuals of all backgrounds and beliefs.

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