Academic Advisor 2 - Nursing

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with institutional contribution

Health insurance, dental and vision coverage

Access to fitness center

Generous paid sick leave

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking an Academic Advisor 2 for the Orvis School of Nursing. This role is crucial for aiding student success through academic advising, admissions support, and program retention initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree with experience in academic advising or related fields. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan, health insurance, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree with at least two years of related work experience.
• Experience in academic advising or student services strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive advising to undergraduate nursing students.
• Support the admissions process for nursing programs.
• Develop strategies to promote student retention.

Skills

Academic planning

Student support services

Advising and intervention strategies

Community partnership development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree

Job description

Job Summary

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) invites applications for an Academic Advisor 2 with the Orvis School of Nursing (OSN). This position plays a key role in supporting student success through academic advising, admissions, recruitment, retention initiatives, and student‑centered programming.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive advising to undergraduate nursing students, including academic planning, course scheduling, progression requirements, and degree completion.
• Offer guidance on admission to and success within nursing programs and serve as a primary resource on nursing program requirements, university policies, and student support services.
• Support the admissions process by reviewing applications, assisting prospective students, and providing guidance throughout the application process.
• Develop targeted advising and intervention strategies to promote student retention and success.
• Participate in recruitment and outreach activities to attract and retain students.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff on student success initiatives.
• Build relationships with community partners to promote nursing education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least two years of related work experience, or a Master’s Degree and at least two years of related work experience.
• Related experience in academic advising, teaching, student services, or related fields.

Benefits and Compensation

• Grade: Administrative Faculty – B (salary commensurate with education and experience).
• Retirement plan with a 19.25% institutional contribution, matched by the university, and 100% vested from the first day.
• Health insurance, dental and vision coverage.
• Generous paid sick leave, long‑term disability and life insurance.
• Access to the E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center (annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner options).
• Other faculty benefits include opportunistic tuition discounts and dual‑career assistance for faculty spouses/partners.