Academic Advisor

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park seeks an Academic Advisor to provide academic guidance to History majors and minors, and to support department programs. The role includes advising meetings, progress reviews, and graduation planning, along with handling records and registration holds.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of related experience in higher education or student services, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of professional experience in academic advising, student services, student affairs, or higher education teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to History undergraduates and minors.
• Assist with academic administrative matters and program support.
• Review academic records and remove advising holds to enable course registration.
• Represent the History Department at orientation programs and explain major requirements and resources.

Skills

FERPA awareness

Student information systems

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Data tracking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description SummaryThe Academic Advisor provides academic advising to undergraduate students majoring in or minoring in History, assists with related academic administrative matters andsupports various special programs within the Department.Examples of work include meeting with undergraduate majors each semester to discuss course selection, degree requirements, academic progress and graduation planning; reviewing academic records and remove advising holds to enable students to register for courses; and representing the Department of History at orientation programs by presenting information about the major, degree requirements, academic opportunities and departmental resources.Physical Demands: Typical office environment requiring the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. May occasionally require some walking to different locations on campus for meetings. May require the need to lift up to 25 lbs.Licenses/Certifications: N/AMinimum QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience in academic advising, student services, student affairs, or higher education teaching.Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:Knowledge of the higher education landscape, degree planning and academic policies.Knowledge of curriculum structures, course sequencing, and graduation requirements.Knowledge of FERPA and student privacy regulations.Knowledge of campus resources, support services, and referral processes.Skill in oral and written interpersonal communication.Skill in organization and time-management to manage multiple student caseloads and competing priorities.Skill in using student information systems, databases, and Microsoft Office or similar software.Skill in data tracking and recordkeeping with attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to interpret, explain and apply academic policies and procedures.Ability to employ active listening, problem solving and critical thinking skills.Ability to analyze student records, identify barriers to success, and develop action plans.Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to support student success.Additional Job DetailsPreferences: Experience with advising students in higher educationRequired Application Materials: Resume, cover letter and contact information for references.Best Consideration Date: 08/28/2026Posting Close Date: 08/28/2026Job RisksNot Applicable to This PositionFinancial Disclosure RequiredNoFor more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website .DepartmentARHU-HistoryWorker Sub-TypeStaff RegularSalary Range$54,600 - $65,520Benefits Summary .Background ChecksOffers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.Employment EligibilityThe successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.EEO StatementThe University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.Title IX Non-Discrimination NoticeResourcesLearn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with O*Net OnlineSearch Firm Managed RecruitmentThere are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm.