As one of the most comprehensive and acclaimed institutions for the study of music, the IU Jacobs School of Music(JSoM) plays a key role in educating performers, scholars, and music educators who influence music performance and education around the globe.
The more than 1,600 students who study at the Jacobs School of Music benefit from the intensity and focus of a conservatory combined with the broad academic offerings of a major university.
The essence of a great music school is its faculty, and the more than 180 full-time faculty members in residence at the IU Jacobs School of Music include performers, scholars, and teachers of international renown. In addition, many top musicians and scholars come to the school each year to give master classes and guest lectures or to serve as visiting artistic directors, conductors, and faculty.
The breadth and number of performance opportunities are unparalleled in college music study, with the school offering more than 1,100 performances a year, including up to 7 fully staged operas. The school's facilities, including 5 buildings located in the heart of the IU Bloomington campus, comprise of outstanding recital halls, more than 170 practice rooms, choral and instrumental rehearsal rooms, and more than 100 offices and studios. The grandest facility is the Musical Arts Center, which features technical capabilities that are among the best in the nation.
Job Summary
Department Specific Responsibilities
Provides academic advising for a diverse community of students pursuing or considering undergraduate majors, minors or certificates in the Jacobs School of Music.
Informs students of relevant IU and school policies related to academic progress, enrollment, and graduation.
Advises students of academic requirements in face-to-face meetings, telephone appointments, virtual technology, and in drop-in appointments.
Builds relationships with students, faculty and the university community.
Assists with orientation and onboarding activities.
Contributes and serves on committees as assigned.
Assists the Director of Undergraduate Studies and the advising staff with scheduling.
Maintains confidentiality and FERPA compliance.
General Responsibilities
Provides academic counseling for students pursuing or considering majors, minors, or certificates. Guides students in planning their course of study in concert with the departments' curricular requirements; explains curriculum requirements and school and campus policies.
Meets with students in groups and 1-on-1 to guide students in academic programs that will meet their educational needs and the requirements of their chosen major, minor, and/or certificate.
Assists students in making informed decisions about a choice of major and potential career or graduate school direction; helps students to assess their interests, values, and academic skills and to understand these in relation to major choice and potential future career/graduate school options.
Teaches students how to navigate university systems, academic processes, and policies; empowers student accountability in academic decisions about courses, career direction, and long-term plans; and provides guidance on avenues for increased involvement as an IU student and in the IU community.
Refers students to appropriate campus resources, such as academic support resources, placement programs, internship and overseas study opportunities, etc.
Tracks and monitors students' academic progress, reviews and maintains confidential student records to ensure that students meet requirements and to document advising discussions, and communicates this information in a timely manner to students and to appropriate academic offices when necessary.
Represents the advising function as a presenter at campus meetings and recruiting functions; assists in developing written advising materials for use in student events.
Researches, recommends, or creates best practices for unit or campus initiatives, projects, processes, or programs and may provide guidance to other Academic Advisors.
Qualifications
This position is posted at the Career Career Level but may be filled at the Core Career Level depending on the candidate's qualifications. Although they will be similar, the duties and responsibilities may differ if filled at the lower rank. Please see the qualifications for each level listed below.
Career Level Requirements:
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
Master's degree in a related field
Preferred
Master's degree in Music
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
2 years in student affairs, teaching, academic advising, or a related field
Preferred
3 years in student affairs, teaching, academic advising, or a related field
Experience in a student-focused, higher education environment is highly desired
SKILLS
Required
Proficient communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Uses and learns new technology proficiently and changes practices with changing technology
Meets Best Practices and National Standards for Academic Advising
Understands and meets FERPA requirements
Core Level Requirements:
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
Master's degree in a related field
SKILLS
Required
Proficient communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Uses and learns new technology proficiently and changes practices with changing technology
Meets Best Practices and National Standards for Academic Advising
Understands and meets FERPA requirement
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
IU Bloomington
This position may be eligible to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote or in-person work) depending upon the work needs of the department and is subject to change based on university policy and business needs.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Career
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: Student Services
Job Family: Academic Advising
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