ACADEMIC ADVISOR II

UAB Medicine; University (FL); On-site; USD 43,890 - 66,915; Full time

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Florida seeks a dedicated advisor to guide diverse student populations in achieving graduation goals. Responsibilities include communicating effectively, participating in orientations, and teaching First Year Experience courses.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Counseling or a related field along with two years of experience. Candidates with strong communication and interpersonal skills will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; related experience of two years.
• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.
• Combination of academic and counseling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide students in choices to successfully graduate from UAB.
• Participate in orientations, scholarship events, and UAB Days.
• Teach First Year Experience courses as directed.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Presentation skills

Education

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

Job description

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:

1. Works with large and eclectic student populations while guiding them in choices to successfully graduate from UAB, adhering to UAB policy and requirements.
2. May participate in some or all orientations, scholarship events, and UAB Days.
3. Participation and attendance are required for CAS Academic Advisor (AA II), which will include some nights and weekends.
4. Will be required to teach First Year Experience courses as determined by the Director of Academic Advising.
5. 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.
• Candidate must have the 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.

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.