ACADEMIC ADVISOR II

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 43,890 - 66,915; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking an Academic Advisor II to communicate effectively with diverse student populations and guide them in their academic success. This role involves teaching First Year Experience courses and participating in events such as orientations and scholarship events.

Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Counseling or Education and have at least two years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary range between $43,890 and $66,915.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Education, or a related field.
• Two years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with diverse student populations.
• Guide students to ensure they graduate successfully.
• Teach First Year Experience courses as assigned.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal presentation skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Counseling, Education, or related field

Job description

ACADEMIC ADVISOR II

Job at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.

General Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for communicating effectively with vast and eclectic student populations while guiding them in choices to successfully graduate from UAB, adhering to UAB policy and requirements.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Works with large and eclectic student populations while guiding them in choices to successfully graduate from UAB, adhering to UAB policy and requirements.
• May participate in some or all orientations, scholarship events, and UAB Days.
• Participation and attendance are required for CAS Academic Advisor (AA II), which will include some nights and weekends.
• Will be required to teach First Year Experience courses as determined by the Director of Academic Advising.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Pay Range

$43,890 – $66,915

Minimum Requirements

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

Preferred

• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.
• Ability to encourage people, problem‑solve, possess interpersonal skills, and have three (3) years combination of academic and counseling experience.
• Candidate must be able to work alone as well as with a team.

Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Statement

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.

Primary Location: University

Job Category: Clerical & Administrative

Organization: 480003000 CAS Advising

Employee Status: Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement: Onsite