Graduate Advisor - Equity-Focused Student Success (Hybrid)

UWMIL University of Wisconsin Milwaukee; Cunningham (KS); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous leave (vacation, sick, full-9

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee invites applications for a Graduate Advisor. This 12-month, non-teaching, probationary position leads to indefinite status as academic staff.

It coordinates development and implementation of administrative and student service activities for graduate programs and certificates. Responsibilities include recruitment, admissions, orientation, advising, tracking progress, enrollment management, DEI initiatives, program reviews, and confidential recordkeeping.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (degree must be granted by date of hire).
• Evidence of excellent written communication skills and attention to detail (based on evaluation of submitted application materials).
• Prior experience working with college students.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary resource for graduate applicants, current students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders of an academic program.
• Completes transcript reviews for prospective students.
• Assists program director/faculty/staff in hosting campus/program recruitment events.
• Provides information and resources about educational options and graduate school academic requirements.
• Advises graduate students on programs, curriculum, graduate education, and university policies, processes, and procedures.
• Monitors degree progress and assists students in navigating resources and systems throughout the student lifecycle from matriculation to degree completion.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Experience with college students

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee invites applications for a Graduate Advisor. This 12-month, non-teaching, probationary position leads to indefinite status as academic staff.

It coordinates development and implementation of administrative and student service activities for graduate programs and certificates. Responsibilities include recruitment, admissions, orientation, advising, tracking progress, enrollment management, DEI initiatives, program reviews, and confidential recordkeeping.