Academic Advisor

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); College Park (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) is seeking an Academic Advisor to provide academic advising for students in the Smith School’s Undergraduate Program. This role entails managing undergraduate advisees and coordinating various student activities, including orientations and college functions.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and experience in counseling. The position offers a regular salary range of $65,000 to $75,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of experience providing counseling or advising services.
• Familiarity with advising software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of undergraduate students.
• Participate in new student orientations.
• Assist in posting of credit for orientation.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Customer service

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Advising software

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Academic Advisor will provide academic advising for students admitted to the Smith School’s Undergraduate Program. This includes meeting with a caseload of advisees and administering various aspects of the caseload, including performing degree audits, satisfactory progress reviews, degree clearances, transfer credit evaluation, etc. In addition, this position will be involved in participating in and, in some cases, coordinating various activities for students enrolled in the Smith School’s Undergraduate Program. The position also participates in new student orientations and other appropriate college and office functions and events.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of undergraduate students admitted to the Smith School of Business.
• Participate in new student orientations and serve as the primary presenter at selected orientations.
• Assist in posting of credit and preparation of new student records for orientation.
• Participate in other college functions such as graduation ceremonies and awards banquets.
• Serve on relevant campus/college committees that relate to the mission of the Undergraduate Program Office.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of experience providing counseling or advising services.
• Additional work experience up to four (4) years may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis for the required education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher.
• Familiarity with advising software such as Advise on the Web, SIS, u.achieve, Sales Force, Workday, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of best practices in organization and administration.
• Knowledge of public relations and marketing techniques.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift 10 lbs.

Licenses/Certifications

N/A

Benefits Summary

Regular Salary Range: $65,000 to $75,000.

Employment Status

Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO Statement

The 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 Notice

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