Academic Advisor - College of Health Sciences

University of Missouri System; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Missouri System seeks an Academic Advisor for the College of Health Sciences in Columbia to advise undergraduate students, support degree progression, and teach a one-credit-hour professional development course.

The role requires a bachelor's degree with 1+ year of experience and strong interpersonal skills. You will monitor student progress, maintain records, and collaborate with faculty to foster student success and timely graduation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with at least 1 year of related experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with ability to explain complex information to diverse audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records while managing multiple priorities.
• Organizational and time-management skills to support a caseload of students with wide-ranging goals.
• Ability to build rapport with students and foster a welcoming, student-centered environment.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn evolving university policies, technologies, academic programs, and healthcare industry trends.
• Ability to analyze student situations, exercise sound judgment, and navigate complex academic policies and procedures.
• Enthusiasm for working with undergraduate students as they explore academic interests, career goals, and professional pathways.

Responsibilities

• Advise undergraduate students on enrollment, degree requirements, academic planning, and graduation progress.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress using SIS.
• Maintain accurate student records in accordance with university policies.
• Guide students toward healthcare pathways and admissions to programs.
• Support retention and timely degree completion through proactive outreach and action plans.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to address student concerns.
• Stay current on policies, curricula, advising practices, and healthcare education trends.
• Lead student-facing workshops and teach a one-credit professional development course for Health Sciences students.
• Attend and/or lead other duties as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal & communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational & time management

Rapport with students

Adaptability & learning

Analytical thinking

Student counseling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Student Information Systems

Job description

Job Description

The College of Health Sciences (CHS) is hiring for a full-time Academic Advisor position. This role provides academic advising and student support for undergraduate students and includes teaching a one-credit-hour professional development course.

Hiring Department

ACADEMIC ADVISOR

Student Services

College of Health Sciences

University of Missouri - Columbia

Job Responsibilities

• Advise undergraduate students throughout their academic journey, from orientation through graduation, on enrollment, degree requirements, academic planning, and progress toward graduation
• Utilize student information systems to monitor and evaluate student progress
• Maintain accurate and detailed student records in accordance with university policies
• Guide students in exploring healthcare pathways, including preparation for and application to selective admission programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and/or professional level
• Support student success, retention, and timely degree completion through proactive outreach, early-alert interventions, individualized action plans, and referrals to campus resources
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to address student concerns
• Remain current on university policies, curriculum changes, advising best practices, and trends in healthcare education and careers
• Engage in professional development and participate in college- and campus-wide trainings and events
• Attend and/or lead student-facing workshops and events
• Teach a one-credit-hour professional development course for BHS in Health Science students
• Other duties not otherwise specified

Shift

Monday – Friday

8:00am – 5:00pm

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to explain complex information to diverse audiences
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records while managing multiple priorities
• Organizational and time-management skills needed to support a caseload of students with wide-ranging professional goals
• Ability to build rapport with students and foster a welcoming, student-centered environment
• Adaptability and willingness to learn evolving university policies, technologies, academic programs, and healthcare industry trends
• Ability to analyze student situations, exercise sound judgment, and navigate complex academic policies and procedures
• Enthusiasm for working with undergraduate students as they explore academic interests, career goals, and professional pathways

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range: $40,040.00 - $56,992.00

Grade: GGS 008

University Title: Academic Advisor

Internal applicants can determine their current grade and university title by accessing the Job Information page through the Additional Employee Info tile in myHR.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Other Information

At the Mizzou College of Health Sciences https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/, we work every day to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

As the home of the most popular major on campus, we teach Mizzou students who care about health and are dedicated to serving others. In addition to learning in the classroom, our students spend more than 80,150 hours helping patients every year.

Our faculty are driven to solve real-world problems. They lead the way by conducting research that has power and purpose. From expanding the use of technology in health care to improving mental health and learning in schools, we are discovering ways to make life better for everyone.

Through clinics and community outreach programs, we provide vital services to members of our community and training for our students. We are proud to serve Missourians today while preparing the workforce of tomorrow.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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