Academic Advisor I - 530847

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama is seeking an Academic Advisor I to guide UA students on academic progress and course planning. The role may involve teaching a compass course and explaining university policies, with a focus on UA Online students.

Responsibilities include developing first-year plans, ensuring follow-up, coordinating with UA Online staff, and supporting orientation activities. A bachelor's degree is required and a hybrid work arrangement is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Strong interpersonal communication and virtual presentation skills required.
• Ability to work with online students and knowledge of common computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to students on academic progress and course selection.
• Explain university policies and assist with orientation and online courses.
• Develop first-year study plans and monitor follow-up for UA Online students.
• Coordinate communication with UA Online staff and academic departments.
• Assist in data collection for UA Online programs and services.

Skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Task planning

Interpersonal communication

Virtual presentation

Online student support

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

DegreeWorks

CRM systems

Job description

Pay Grade/Pay Range:Minimum: $44,600 - Midpoint: $55,800 (Salaried E6)

Department/Organization:209307 - Student Success

Normal Work Schedule:Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evenings as necessary.

Note to Applicants:Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.

Job Summary:The Academic Advisor I provides guidance to University students on academic progress, courses, University resources, etc. Identifies courses to be completed in upcoming semesters. Explains University and College policies. May teach compass course as needed.

Additional Department Summary:Directs the academic advising of all assigned UA Online students. Develops students first-year plan of study and ensures appropriate follow-up is conducted and records are properly maintained. Provides assistance as necessary in completing online orientation and participates in orientation events, such as the virtual Q&A. Ensures students enroll in appropriate academic courses. Coordinates effective communication with UA Online staff, academic departments, and other University personnel as necessary. Assists in creating communication initiatives and data collection of UA Online programs and services.

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or higher.

Skills and Knowledge:High level of organization, attention to detail, and task planning. Strong interpersonal communication and virtual presentation skills required. Ability to work with online students. Knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in education, instructional technology, communications, or business. Experience with UA systems, DegreeWorks, database management, and customer relationship management programs. Knowledge of adult and distance population.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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