Academic Advisor

Pittsburgh Tomorrow; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh's Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences and CGS seek academic advisors to guide students across multiple departments. The role emphasizes student-centered service, degree planning, and connecting learners to university resources.

A strong commitment to diversity and inclusive advising is required. Responsibilities include helping students identify academic and career goals, selecting courses, supporting transfer and non-traditional students, and participating in retention

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on degree planning and course selection.
• Connect students with educational experiences aligned to goals.
• Assist with transfer and non-traditional student pathways.
• Participate in retention, outreach, and student programs.

Skills

2 years of experience

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences and the College of General Studies (CGS) have openings for academic advisors to work with declared majors across multiple departments and programs in the Dietrich School. We seek positive, conscientious, student-centered individuals to help prepare students for lives of impact by connecting them with educational experiences tailored to their specific goals and needs. Academic advisors work with students from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives and with a broad range of academic interests that intersect. Examples include transfer students, adult/non-traditional students, students from underrepresented backgrounds, and students at various stages in the academic decision-making process. We ask applicants to discuss experiences working with these student groups in your cover letter. Academic advisors help students identify academic and career goals and assist with appropriate course selection, degree planning, and co-curricular exploration. Academic advisors connect students to helpful resources and services and monitor degree progress. In order to deliver a high level of student service within dynamic and changing environments, academic advisors continually build on a foundation of advising theory and practice. Academic advisors will participate in and assist with the planning and implementation of unit and/or University-sponsored activities, including, but not limited to: retention and outreach efforts, internal working groups/committees, prospective student programs, graduation review, onboarding programs for new students, and remediation efforts for students experiencing academic difficulties. Academic advisors use various software packages and platforms to fulfill these responsibilities and must be able to adapt to new technologies without sacrificing quality. Academic advisors must be committed advocates for a diverse student body and successfully build and foster inclusive relationships with students and colleagues. This position requires patience, flexibility, energy, and a sincere desire to assist students. Excellent organization, communication skills, timeliness, cooperation, collaboration, and accuracy are essential. Successful candidates must demonstrate the ability to prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous demands, inclusive of balancing a sizeable caseload of students with administrative, creative, and/or project driven responsibilities. An ability to understand and appreciate the perspectives of various communities, including communities of color, is a must.

Utilizes advanced advising knowledge, theory, and practical experience to serve as an academic liaison for students to identify academic and career goals, select appropriate courses, and plan for degree attainment. Manages small to medium-sized, moderately complex projects.

The Academic Advisor must be able to use a computer and keyboard, and be able to use video communication technology (Skype, Zoom, Teams, etc.). Work is frequently conducted by email, telephone, in-person, or using video communication technology. The ability to communicate in a clear and concise fashion is essential.

The position is generally sedentary within an office setting, but the ability to travel around campus is occasionally necessary. Also, must be able to pick up and carry 25 pounds.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Job Details

• Assignment Category: Full-time regular
• Job Classification: Staff.Academic Advisor II
• Job Family: Academic & Student Services
• Job Sub-Family: Academic Advising
• Campus: Pittsburgh
• Minimum Education Level Required: Master's Degree
• Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2
• Substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
• Hiring Range: $45,000 to $50,000 annually
• Relocation Offered: No
• Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
• Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
• Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
• Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
• Optional Documents: Not Applicable