Academic Advisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking an undergraduate Academic Advisor within the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences and CGS. You will guide students through course selection, degree planning, and resources to support their academic and career goals.

This role emphasizes collaboration, advising theory, and flexibility to serve diverse student populations, including adult and undecided students. The position is hybrid with on-campus and remote work, with a schedule from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; 2 years of experience.
• Experience with advising theory and practice.
• Ability to manage multiple caseloads and work with diverse student groups.

Responsibilities

• Serve as academic liaison to identify goals, select courses, and plan for degree attainment.
• Monitor degree progress and connect students to resources and services.
• Adapt to changing environments and participate in university activities as needed.

Skills

Academic advising knowledge

Communication skills

Organization

Time management

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Zoom

Teams

Job description

Job Description - Academic Advisor (26004878)

Academic Advisor

The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences and College of General Studies (CGS) is seeking an undergraduate academic advisor. 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 in the Dietrich School and CGS work with students from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives and with a broad range of academic interests that intersect. Examples include: adult/non-traditional students, students from underrepresented backgrounds, students interested in pursuing degrees in the life sciences, students interested in medical school and/or careers in the health sciences, and students at various stages in the academic decision-making process, including undecided/undeclared students and declared majors. 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 and degree planning. 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 may 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, new and continuing student programs, graduation review, on-boarding 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 sizable caseload of students with administrative, creative, and/or project driven responsibilities. An ability to understand and appreciate the perspectives of various communities is a must.

Job Summary

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.

Essential Functions

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

Physical Effort

This position is generally sedentary within an office setting, but the ability to travel around campus occasionally is necessary.

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

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

Will this position accept 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

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