Academic Advisor I

University of Utah; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah is seeking an undergraduate Academic Advisor to provide proactive advising and guidance to a diverse student population, helping them plan courses and monitor progress toward graduation.

Under supervision, you will interpret university policies, facilitate degree navigation, and connect students with tutoring or additional resources to support their educational goals and degree completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalency.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
• Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Responsibilities

• Meets with students to provide information and guidance on academic-related issues, such as degree navigation, course planning to graduation, registration, and other advising-related information relevant to regional academic advising and university initiatives.
• Adheres to all university academic advising standards and practices.
• Facilitates students’ academic progress by evaluating their needs and developing appropriate educational plans. Makes referrals for students who need assistance with overcoming learning obstacles, specialized tutoring, extended or intensive assistance with career decisions or similar needs.
• Actively engages in campus-based professional development.
• Participates in the delivery of proactive advising strategies for assigned student populations on the basis of data analytic platforms.
• Uses enterprise-level data analytics and student record technology platforms to monitor student progress and guide proactive student interventions.
• Maintains students’ academic files that include a record of the advising activity that takes place.
• Develops and presents academic advising programs designed to supplement or enhance academic success
• Collects and disseminates information to students about changes in major requirements or University policies and adjusts advising strategies as appropriate
• Assists students to register for their first term classes through regional practices and orientation.
• Participates in relevant committees and professional development opportunities at the university and through professional academic advising organizations.

Skills

Human relations

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalency

Job description

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

With direct supervision and in alignment with the Regional Model of Academic Advising and Career Coaching, this position provides undergraduate proactive academic advising to a diverse population of students regarding their academic planning and progress by utilizing professional advising and guidance skills. Interprets and explains university academic policy and procedure to assist students in making decisions concerning personal educational goals leading to graduation.

This position will assist the University in promoting a climate of respect that cultivates and sustains transformative practices by forging spaces of possibility where people feel safe, valued, welcomed, and respects all students in their quest for individual success through degree programs, certificates, majors, etc.

Responsibilities

• Meets with students to provide information and guidance on academic-related issues, such as degree navigation, course planning to graduation, registration, and other advising-related information relevant to regional academic advising and university initiatives.
• Adheres to all university academic advising standards and practices.
• Facilitates students’ academic progress by evaluating their needs and developing appropriate educational plans. Makes referrals for students who need assistance with overcoming learning obstacles, specialized tutoring, extended or intensive assistance with career decisions or similar needs.
• Actively engages in campus-based professional development.
• Participates in the delivery of proactive advising strategies for assigned student populations on the basis of data analytic platforms.
• Uses enterprise-level data analytics and student record technology platforms to monitor student progress and guide proactive student interventions.
• Maintains students’ academic files that include a record of the advising activity that takes place.
• Develops and presents academic advising programs designed to supplement or enhance academic success
• Collects and disseminates information to students about changes in major requirements or University policies and adjusts advising strategies as appropriate
• Assists students to register for their first term classes through regional practices and orientation.
• Participates in relevant committees and professional development opportunities at the university and through professional academic advising organizations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills
• Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Type

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
  • Yes
  • No