Academic Advisor and Program Coordinator for the Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Penn Engineering

Academic Advisor and Program Coordinator for the Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Penn Engineering

Academic Coordinator

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The Academic Advisor and Program Coordinator for the Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) plays a pivotal role in launching and sustaining Penn Engineering’s new Artificial Intelligence undergraduate degree program. Reporting to the Administrative Director of the Department of Electrical and Systems Engineering (ESE) and closely collaborating with both the Department of Computer and Information Systems (CIS) and the Office of Academic Services (OAS), this role is responsible for the program’s day-to-day operations, working closely with the Faculty Director to develop and implement a comprehensive programmatic strategy. The Academic Advisor & Program Coordinator will be the first point of contact for students, building community and fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that drives student success. The AI Academic Advisor and & Program Coordinator will coordinate the staff and faculty curriculum committees and provide administrative support. Additionally, this role will leverage partners in Penn Engineering like Marketing and Communications, Career Development, and Alumni Relations to foster a strong presence as well as network and career pathways for Penn Engineering’s graduating AI specialists.

• Provide high level academic advising and course planning support for AI undergraduate students, incorporating a proactive advising model in either 1-on-1 or group advising sessions.
• Provide assistance in curriculum and course selection; handle transfers into the programs; monitor student degree audits and certify students for graduation.
• Work in coordination with the Office of Academic Services (OAS) within SEAS regarding student petitions, LOAs, NSO, Wellness referrals, conduct, and academic probation cases. Maintain knowledge of school policies and the SEAS handbook and any school related specific training.

• Provide coordination of the AI Administrative and Curriculum Committees, ensuring communication with members, scheduling meetings, driving agenda items, and recording minutes for distribution
• Assist the Faculty Director in the development of materials for presentations and meetings requiring updates on AI programmatic and student community updates
• Provide support to website updates on the AI website

• Plan and implement programming in coordination with staff and Faculty to foster strong student communities and share relevant information.
• Develop, plan, and implement student events in collaboration with relevant faculty and staff.
• Collaborate with various offices such as Marketing and Communications, Career Development, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Alumni Relations to foster a strong presence as well as network and career pathways for Penn Engineering’s graduating AI specialists.

• Provide support to the Department Director and AI Faculty Director on a variety of special projects, initiatives, and strategic planning
• Represent the Department Director and Faculty Director in committees and meetings as needed

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2 to 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient with Google Workspace, MS Office 365, and able to adapt to new tools and technologies.
• Demonstrated organizational and planning skills to set work priorities under the pressure of deadlines.
• Demonstrated record of personal and professional initiative, flexibility, and careful judgment.
• High attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrated organizational and planning skills to set work priorities under the pressure of deadlines.
• Demonstrated record of personal and professional initiative, flexibility, and careful judgment.

• A Master’s Degree in higher education, student affairs administration, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with academic advising and implementing programmatic activities.
• Familiarity with student records systems such as Banner, Curriculum Manager and DegreeWorks.
• Familiarity with campus resources to support undergraduate student well-being and enrichment is preferred.
• Experience using problem-solving skills to identify and document student academic needs patterns; and demonstrated ability to successfully develop strategies and programs to meet those needs.
• Understanding of academic benchmarking practices..

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

School of Engineering and Applied Science

$20.45 – $32.00 Hourly Rate

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• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
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