Academic Advisor I or II

UWMIL University of Wisconsin Milwaukee; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee seeks an Academic Advisor I or II to guide graduate Business students through Lubar’s programs, ensuring academic success and retention. You will advise on curriculum, policies, and graduation requirements while coordinating with Graduate Student Services and faculty to support student growth.

The role emphasizes maintaining student records, collaborating on events, and using data to optimize recruitment and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• At least 1 year of professional academic advising in higher education.
• Experience advising graduate students preferred (3+ years at UWM or similar).

Responsibilities

• Advise and guide admitted Graduate Business students through Lubar's course options leading to a graduate degree.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of graduate programs and requirements.
• Collaborate with Graduate Student Services to develop events and outreach to admitted students.
• Lead the development and execution of the annual retention plan to improve graduation rates.
• Work with faculty on program changes and admission decisions.
• Use CRM and data to assess recruitment initiatives and refine plans.

Skills

Academic advising

Graduate student support

Communication skills

Program coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Master's Degree or higher

Experience advising graduate students

Experience with transfer/international students

Job description

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Position Title: Academic Advisor I or II

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Graduate Advisor

Job Duties

• Provides information and resources about educational options and graduate school academic requirements; assists with identifying and assessing interests, skills, and values to match appropriate field of study/career options and refers students to appropriate institutional resources
• Participates in the campus-wide advising community, graduate community, etc. providing input to leadership regarding the development of advising, recruitment, and co/curricular programs offered by the school/college
• Provides in-depth advising services promoting graduate student success, retention, and degree completion.
• Advises graduate students on programs, curriculum, graduate education, and university policies, processes, and procedures
• Maintains compliance with graduate program(s), school/college, and university requirements and technology systems related to admissions, assessment, academic degree progress/requirements, and program review
• Serves as the primary resource for graduate applicants ,current students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders of an academic program
• Monitors degree progress and assists students in navigating resources and systems throughout the student lifecycle from matriculation to degree completion
• Maintains confidentiality and accurate student records and processes and responds to academic inquiries according to established institutional and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) policies
• Provides guidance and/or develops policy and procedure recommendations and/or changes related to graduate programs

School/College/Division Description: The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is the flagship urban campus of the University of Wisconsin System and committed to academic excellence with enrollment of approximately 25,000 students. One of the nation's top research universities (R-1 status), the Lubar College is a metropolitan business school of national distinction, accredited by the AACSB, and offers BBA, MBA, Executive MBA, MS, and Ph.D. degree programs. Additionally, our MBA and undergraduate programs are ranked regionally and nationally for excellence and the Lubar College hosts one of only five SAP University Competence Centers worldwide. With doctorates from some of the country's leading universities, full-time faculty bring an impressive range of expertise and are recognized for outstanding achievement in their fields with broad experience in business organizations and governmental bodies. Opportunities for research are abundant in this vibrant metropolitan area with both a strong presence of manufacturing and service operations. Located in southeastern Wisconsin's commercial and industrial hub, Milwaukee is the third-ranked manufacturing center in the United States and home to 1300+ manufacturing firms and 400+ engineering firms with annual receipts of 24 billion dollars. Milwaukee is a vibrant and diverse area on the shores of Lake Michigan with easy access to beaches, a thriving cultural scene, championship sporting events, an expansive urban parks system, and hundreds of miles of bike lanes and paths. It is in the seventh most affordable metropolitan market in the country and offers a vibrant quality of life in a globally competitive region.

Responsibilities

• Advise, coach, and guide admitted Graduate Business students through the exploration of Lubar's array of courses leading to a graduate degree.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of graduate programs and requirements as well as the benefit of completing a program at the Lubar College of Business.
• Collaborate with the Graduate Student Services at the Lubar College of Business to develop and host events and conduct outreach to admitted students.
• Lead the development and execution of the annual retention plan to determine what initiatives, processes, and events will be held to ensure high graduation rates.
• Work directly with faculty on program changes and admission decisions.
• Using the campus CRM data, college data, and qualitative data from surveys and focus groups, assess recruitment initiatives and their effect on the yield of business students and refine recruitment plans based on findings.
• Participates in the campus-wide advising community, graduate community, etc. providing input to leadership regarding the development of advising, recruitment, and co/curricular programs offered by the school/college.
• Other duties as assigned.

Mentoring and Engagement

• Design and implement student engagement initiatives that foster a sense of belonging and community among Graduate Business students.
• Develop mentoring programming that connects alumni and industry professionals to current Graduate business students.
• Plan and coordinate orientation programs, workshops, networking events, and student development activities.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, alumni, and industry partners to create meaningful engagement opportunities for students.
• Develop communication strategies to keep students informed about academic deadlines, campus resources, and professional development events.
• Build relationships with prospective, current and graduating students to strengthen retention, persistence, and overall student satisfaction.
• Track engagement metrics and contribute to student success and retention initiatives through data-informed decision-making.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher.
• At least one (1) year of professional academic advising experience in higher education working directly with students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree or higher
• Experience advising graduate students 3+ years of advising experience at UWM or a similar institution
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, as evidenced by written application materials and interviews (where applicable)
• Experience building positive relationships with diverse populations
• Prior experience working with transfer, international and/or graduate students
• Experience coordinating student programming and events

Target Salary Range

Starting pay: $55,000 (Final salary offer will be determined based on qualifications and experience)

Deadline

11/23/2026 at 11:59 pm.

Contact Information

Suha Omari [e-mail]

Reasonable Accommodations

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC and Reference Check Policy Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Equal Opportunity

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 187 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. At UWM, we are committed to creating positive employee experiences, so our team members are able to thrive and excel in their work.

Benefits

UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes toward the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information (Compensation figures are for example purposes only).