Academic Advisor

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Employee and dependent scholarship

Retirement plans with university match

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking an Academic Advisor in the College of Arts & Sciences. You will advise current and prospective students on academic program planning in person through drop-ins and appointments, and by phone and email.

You will participate in recruitment and retention efforts, encourage wellbeing and adjustment to the university, and help students explore majors and careers while identifying internships, research, education abroad, service, and leadership opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of 1:1 or group advising experience.
• Master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience.
• Ability to learn complex academic requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently.
• Experience with office software and technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Advise current and prospective students on academic planning in person, via drop-ins, appointments, and by phone/email.
• Participate in recruitment and retention efforts, including New Student Enrollment.
• Encourage wellbeing and adjustment to the University, and exploration of interests related to majors and careers.
• Assist students in identifying quality real-world experiences through internships, research, education abroad, service, and leadership.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Oral communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Student Information Systems

Advising software

Job description

Working Title

Academic Advisor

Department

College of Arts & Sciences-0906

Description Of Work

Advise current and prospective students in one or more majors in the College of Arts and Sciences on academic program planning in person through drop-ins and appointments, and by phone and email. Participate in recruitment and retention efforts, including New Student Enrollment. Encourage overall well-being and adjustment to the University as well as exploration of interests as they relate to majors and careers. Assist students in identifying quality real-world experience through internships, research, education abroad, service, and leadership.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. Our campus is known for its welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Robust retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years demonstrated experience working with students in 1:1 or group advising settings; Master’s degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience. Experience must demonstrate an ability to learn and stay current on complex academic requirements, policies, and procedures. Demonstrated experience working with varied student populations in order to apply inclusive advising strategies. Must have excellent interpersonal, communication, organization, and time management skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to work in a collaborative, team environment. Ability to work independently and be a self-starter. Demonstrated competency with common office software programs and ability to use a variety of technology platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree preferred. Experience with college/ university-level students. Experience with academic and/or social support for first-generation, low-income, and/or minority college students. A background in liberal arts and sciences is desirable. Understanding of student records, admissions, retention, and graduation requirements. Ability to develop and deliver programs and presentations. Experience using advising software programs and/or student information systems.

Posted Salary

$43,000/year minimum