Academic Advisor I

University Of Nebraska Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is seeking an Academic Advisor I to guide students toward meaningful educational experiences and professional goals. This role supports UNO students and collaborates with the Academic Affairs division and the Aviation Institute.

Responsibilities include individualized advising, transfer credit evaluation, and proactive student retention efforts, with opportunities for professional development and university involvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in academic advising, recruitment, or retention preferred.
• Experience with assessment of student learning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload as primary advisor from admission through graduation.
• Evaluate transfer credits to minimize time to degree while maintaining requirements.
• Monitor student progress and support persistence and engagement.
• Provide coaching and referrals for students in difficulty or probation.
• Orient and onboard new UNO students to institutional processes.
• Participate in recruiting events and transcript evaluation.
• Contribute to strategic planning and program improvement.
• Engage in university committees and professional associations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Academic advising

Transfer credit evaluation

Student support

Recruiting activities

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.

Job Title

Job Title Academic Advisor I

Job Grade AS17S

Division Academic Affairs

College/Dept College of Public Affairs & Community Service

Department CPACS

Requisition Number 2025-00231

FTE (full-time equivalency) 100

Work Schedule Varies

Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting? No remote/telecommute opportunity

Appointment Term 12- 12/12 months

Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy? No

Pay Information Commensurate with experience.

Pay Schedule Annually

FLSA Designation Exempt

Position Summary The role of the Academic Advisor I at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and in Aviation Institute is to provide students guidance to achieve a meaningful educational experience and develop professional and personal goals. The Academic Advisor position works primarily advising UNO students and supports and assists the department and peer advisors on project responsibilities.

Job Duties

• Academic Advising: Manages an assigned caseload or serves as primary advisor for unit, including personalized guidance from admission through graduation. Assists with course recommendations and developing academic plans of study that aligns with the students’ goals. Completes necessary forms and write recommendation/support letters for students. Example: Career Advising
• Transfer and Credit Evaluation: Evaluate official and unofficial academic credit for transfer to UNO. Employ independent judgement to the application of transfer credit in order to minimize time to degree completion and overall cost while maintaining the integrity of the degree requirements.
• Retention and Persistence: Providing proactive, comprehensive, and exceptional service in monitoring re-enrollment and student progress to enrollment. Foster student success, persistence and engagement while support students in their academic journey, incorporating best practices in academic advising.
• Student Support, Coaching and Referral: Support and coach students in academic difficulty, probation, and other concerns. Refer when appropriate.
• New Student On-boarding: Orient and welcome newly admitted UNO students and introduce/teach key institutional processes and technologies.
• Recruiting Activities: Offer prospective students personalized guidance through recruiting events, meetings, and transcript evaluation. Promote the value of a 4-year degree and the UNO general education curriculum.
• Strategic Planning and Oversight: Engage in unit/college/campus-wide strategic planning and initiatives. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation of advising. Seek ongoing professional development and maintain cohesive work connections.
• University and Professional Involvement: Participate in university committees, programs, and events. Explore further development through active engagement in NACADA and student population or academic program specific associations.
• Other duties as assigned

Percentage Of Time 100

Essential Function: Yes

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education

Required Experience N/A

Required License/Certification N/A

Required Additional Qualifications: N/A

Preferred Education

Preferred Experience Some experience in academic advising, recruitment, or retention. Demonstrated experience in the assessment of student learning.

Preferred License/Certification N/A

Preferred Additional Qualifications: N/A

Compliance Requirements

Credit Check No

Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check No

Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment No

Drug Screen No

Supplemental Question

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education you have attained?
  • none
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate (PhD, MD,EdD, JD etc)