Academic Advisor Director Assistant

University of Kentucky; United States; On-site; USD 53,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking an Assistant Director of Advising to lead and coordinate academic advising and student services in the 1B248:B&E Advising unit, Lexington, KY. The role emphasizes high-quality, student-centered guidance from entry to graduation.

The position requires an MA and at least five years of related experience in undergraduate advising, with a Monday–Friday schedule and some evenings/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• MA required for the role.
• 5+ years of related experience in advising or higher education.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coordination of academic advising and student services.
• Monitor academic progress and implement targeted interventions.
• Supervise advising staff, including hiring, training, and performance management.

Skills

Supervisory responsibilities

Education

MA

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title Academic Advisor Director Assistant

Requisition Number RE56320

Working Title Assistant Director of Advising

Department Name 1B248:B&E Advising

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 46

Salary Range $53,061-87,526/year

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required EducationMA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience5 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNone

Physical RequirementsLong periods of sitting, ability to communicate effectively across all platforms, counseling, listening, interpersonal communication

ShiftMonday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm with some evening and weekend work on an as needed basis

Job SummaryThe Academic Advisor Director Assistant provides leadership and coordination of academic advising and student services within the college. The role is responsible for delivering high-quality, student-centered advising; monitoring academic progress and implementing targeted interventions; and supporting student success from entry through graduation. In collaboration with advising leadership, the position contributes to strategic advising initiatives, ensures alignment with university policies and best practices, and supports data-informed decision-making. The role also oversees key student services operations, partners across academic and administrative units, and supervises advising staff, including hiring, training, and performance management. Through a combination of direct student support, operational coordination, and leadership, this position advances student success, persistence, and overall effectiveness of the advising unit.

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes

Preferred Education/ExperienceExperience with Undergraduate Level Advising

Deadline to Apply 11/05/2026

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