ACADEMIC ADVISOR I

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks an Academic Advisor I to understand the history and role of academic advising in higher education. To understand core values and theories relevant to academic advising. To understand various approaches and methods in academic advising.

To begin articulating personal philosophy of advising. To create rapport and maintain relationships with a basic level of ability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with two years of related experience.
• Experience in academic advising or student services is preferred.
• Ability to build rapport and provide guidance to diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Comprehensive Academic Advising and Student Success Support by developing individualized academic plans and guiding students toward graduation.
• Participate in and lead student orientation programming and deliver engaging presentations.
• Develop and deliver group presentations and student success programming; represent advising at recruitment events and orientations.
• Implement student outreach and retention initiatives by identifying needs and connecting students with campus resources.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and university offices to strengthen student success initiatives and improve advising efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure policy compliance in advising interactions and documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Academic advising

Student support

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Education or related field

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks an ACADEMIC ADVISOR I to understand the history and the role of academic advising in higher education. To understand core values and theories relevant to academic advising. To understand various approaches and methods in academic advising. To begin articulating personal philosophy of advising. To create rapport and maintain relationships with a basic level of ability. To provide guidance and advice to students on course selection, course prerequisites, career planning and continuing higher education. To proactively identify and provide support to students who are not meeting the academic expectations of the program and the university.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver Comprehensive Academic Advising and Student Success Support. Provide holistic academic advising to undergraduate business students by developing individualized academic plans, monitoring degree progression, interpreting university policies, and guiding students toward timely graduation. Cultivate meaningful relationships with students and proactively identify strategies and resources that support persistence and academic success.
• Participate in and lead student orientation programming. Design and deliver engaging presentations and educational programming that facilitate a successful transition to the Collat School of Business and UAB.
• Develop and Deliver Group Presentations and Student Success Programming. Design, present, and evaluate workshops, presentations, and outreach initiatives that promote academic success, student engagement, and awareness of university resources. Represent the advising office at recruitment events, orientations, and other student-facing programs.
• Implement Student Outreach and Retention Initiatives. Analyze student needs and execute proactive outreach strategies to support retention, persistence, and degree completion. Engage students through individualized interventions and connect them with campus resources that address academic and personal barriers to success.
• Collaborate with Campus Partners and Support Strategic Initiatives. Partner with faculty, staff, and university offices to strengthen student success initiatives and improve the overall advising experience. Contribute to departmental planning, process improvements, and implementation of new programs that enhance advising effectiveness and operational efficiency.
• Maintain Accurate Records and Ensure Policy Compliance. Document advising interactions, maintain student records, and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures. Evaluate advising processes and recommend improvements that support consistency, accountability, and high-quality student service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

(Annual Salary: $37,345 - $60,690)

Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Education or a related field and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Job Category

Clerical & Administrative

Organization

424000000 Mgmt, Info Sys, Quant Mthd

Employee Status

Regular

Shift

Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement

(final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) Onsite