Degree-Completion Strategist & Student Advising Lead

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland seeks a Senior Academic Advisor within CMNS Undergraduate Student Services to manage degree completion processes and apply academic policies with accuracy and fairness.

Responsibilities include conducting degree clearance reviews, advising students, teaching CMNS100: Becoming a Science Terp, and supporting large campus events while maintaining precise student records and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Four (4) years of counseling or advising experience.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Knowledge of best practices in organization and administration.
• Excellent oral and written communication; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct degree clearance reviews and evaluate exceptions to policy.
• Interpret and apply university and college academic regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and reviews accessible to team members.
• Teach CMNS100: Becoming a Science Terp and participate in drop-in advising.
• Assist with large student events and academic operations.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Undergraduate education knowledge

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Maryland seeks a Senior Academic Advisor within CMNS Undergraduate Student Services to manage degree completion processes and apply academic policies with accuracy and fairness.

Responsibilities include conducting degree clearance reviews, advising students, teaching CMNS100: Becoming a Science Terp, and supporting large campus events while maintaining precise student records and compliance.