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Academic Advisor and Program Specialist - Native American Support Program, Chicago

Title: Academic Advisor and Program Specialist - Native American Support Program

Type: full-time

Location: University of Illinois Chicago

Pay:  Salary is $58,000 – $64,400


The Academic Advising and Program Specialist will develop and implement student recruitment and retention strategies for Native American students. This position participates in recruitment activities, pathways to enrollment, advising/educational activities, and career exploration throughout the student's undergraduate experience. This position creates holistic educational plans for students, supporting their academic, career, and life goals. Implements and monitors first-year student success programs, as well as programs designed to support Native American and other program-affiliated students at various levels in order to increase graduation rates.

APPLY by May 12:  Submit an application at https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19467?c=uic.