Academic Advisor

University of Idaho

Moscow (ID)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

University of Idaho is seeking an Academic Advisor in Moscow to elevate student learning experiences. You will advise students on course selection, degree planning, and accessing campus resources while building professional relationships with students and staff.

This exempt, full-time role requires Bachelor’s degree, ability to travel, and willingness to work non-standard hours as needed. The position supports the SEM Division’s advising initiatives and student success goals.

Qualifications

Delivering student-centered customer service.
Presenting information clearly to individuals and groups.
Compiling and analyzing information for decisions.
Interpreting and applying university standards.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance to students to help select courses and navigate degree requirements.
Communicate university policies clearly and connect students with campus resources.
Build strong advising relationships and monitor progress toward degree completion.
Collaborate with campus partners to ensure access to support and enrichment opportunities.

Skills

Customer service

Clear communication

Analytical thinking

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Posting Number

SP005377P

Division/College

Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment Management

Department

Academic Advising

Location

Moscow

Position Overview

The University of Idaho Strategic Enrollment Management Division (SEM) assists students academically and financially to pursue their educational goals. We believe that learning never stops. University of Idaho can help learners continue their education face to face, online, while in high school, as a next step from secondary school, or for professionals who wish to continue to advance their education. SEM departments include: Admissions Processing, Admissions Recruitment, Academic Advising, Academic Support Programs, Career Services, Enrollment Management, International Programs Office, Military Programs, Registrar, and Student Financial Aid Services.

The University Advising Services (UAS) unit is part of University of Idaho's Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) Division. UAS seeks to elevate the standard for excellence in academic advising by working collaboratively with students and the university community to engage in advising practices that are rooted in teaching, connection, accessibility, and mutual respect in order to cultivate citizens engaged in their education and beyond. Our mission is to assist in the exploration and discovery of academic resources; educate students about university policies and procedures; promote engagement in high-impact opportunities, university life, and the community; and empower students to take ownership of their individual goals, decisions, and achievements.

The Academic Advisor provides support and education to elevate students' learning experience at the University of Idaho. The Academic Advisor fosters student success by building positive and professional student relationships and by implementing proactive strategies that help students fulfill their educational goals. The Academic Advisor will have content expertise in one or more college(s)/program(s) and will help students select courses and engage in opportunities consistent with their developing goals and interests. This position will also support students' timely progress toward degree completion. Additional duties include, but are not limited to, providing information and clarification regarding university academic policies, creating rapport, and building academic advising relationships, and referring students to appropriate campus resources.

This position is expected to work collaboratively with university partners to ensure students have access to all campus support and enrichment opportunities.

Required Experience

Delivering student-centered customer service
Presenting information clearly and concisely to individuals, small and large groups
Compiling and analyzing information for leadership/administrative decisions
Interpreting and applying standards and regulations

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Other

Must be eligible for membership in related professional organizations
Ability to travel
Ability to work non-standard business hours

Additional Preferred

Degree or professional experience in a related discipline
Master's Degree

Demonstrated Experience

Providing academic advising in a higher education setting
Working successfully with students and colleagues
Establishing and maintaining quality professional relationships
Analyzing information to identify and define problems/alternatives and developing recommendations

Knowledge Of

University of Idaho academic rules and regulations for undergraduate level advising
Student development theory and advising best practices

Ability To

Communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, complex ideas in a manner that adapts to student needs and to articulate program requirements to students, parents, faculty, and campus partners
Display strong organizational skills in to successfully manage competing prioritizes
Work independently and take initiative with new and existing projects
Motivate, encourage, and support students to recognize their potential and meet challenges

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions