Job Description

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached to the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

In this role, you will provide academic advising and student services support to the Program in the Environment (PitE) undergraduate program. Duties will consist of event planning, undergraduate student recruiting, website and social media management, and working with both current and prospective students on academic planning. The ability to exercise discretion and judgment to efficiently complete projects in a timely manner is essential. You will report to the Assistant Director of Advising and Student Life.

Who We Are

PitE is a jointly managed program between the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) and the School of Environment and Sustainability (SEAS), that serves 300 majors and 300 minors. PitE is an interdisciplinary undergraduate program that allows students to explore environmental and sustainability issues facing society and develop skills to address and adapt to the associated challenges. The curriculum blends foundational knowledge, skills, and practices from natural sciences, social sciences, humanities. Our staff team is a group of detail-oriented and positive people who are committed to providing enthusiastic support to our students and community. PitE's students are highly engaged both within and outside the classroom and participate in a wide array of co-curricular activities including student groups, internships, and community engagement activities. More information can be found at: https://lsa.umich.edu/pite.

The School for Environment and Sustainability (https://seas.umich.edu/) is a collaborative and interdisciplinary school. Our mission includes contributing to the protection of environmental resources and the achievement of a sustainable society. We accomplish this by generating and sharing knowledge, contributing to policy and engaging managers and stakeholders. SEAS is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment that respects diverse experiences, promotes generous listening and communications, and discourages and restoratively responds to acts of discrimination, harassment, or injustice. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is deeply rooted in our values for a sustainable and just society.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. 

Benefits include:

Responsibilities*

Academic Advising & Student Support

Academic Policies & Procedures

Student Programming & Engagement

Required Qualifications*

Desired Qualifications*

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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