Impactful Academic & Admissions Advisor (Part-Time)

Brigham Young University; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Employee assistance program

Tuition benefits

Access to the library

Free on-campus parking

Free UTA passes

Discounts at BYU Store

Job summary

Brigham Young University Continuing Education Classroom Programs seeks an Academic Advisor to guide FlexGE, BGS, Visiting Students, and distance learners through admissions, planning, and graduation.

You will work closely with students, faculty, and administration to support academic success, following NACADA standards. This part-time role involves advising, enrollment counseling, and coordination with CE offices in Provo and Salt Lake.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years advisement experience, OR Master’s degree with counseling/advising coursework and 1 year advisement.
• Advisement certification (or equivalent graduate coursework) and 0–3 years advisement experience.
• Firm commitment to the BYU mission and ability to support diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Advise a diverse caseload of ~420 students on academic planning, admissions requirements, transfer credits, curriculum, registration, financial aid, and graduation pathways.
• Build trusting relationships and provide proactive, empathetic support to students facing academic or personal challenges.
• Develop retention strategies for all students, including first-generation and distance learners.
• Evaluate degree progress and graduation readiness; review plans, holds, petitions, credits, and make recommendations affecting admission and degree completion.
• Apply university policies and participate as first decision-maker on BGS petitions and GE petition decisions.
• Create Academic Improvement Plans and guide students toward graduate programs and licensure.
• Connect students with faculty, offices, CES schools, and resources; explain financial aid and scholarships.
• Learn and apply Appreciative Advising and DY Life models; maintain advisement records and materials.
• Support CE advisement initiatives, admissions, graduation, and events following NACADA standards.
• Assist with department operations and special assignments as needed.

Skills

Advisement experience

Interpersonal communication

Empathy

Student advisement

Education

Bachelor’s degree with advisement experience

Master’s degree in relevant areas with counseling/advising coursework

Advisement certification

Job description

Brigham Young University Continuing Education Classroom Programs seeks an Academic Advisor to guide FlexGE, BGS, Visiting Students, and distance learners through admissions, planning, and graduation.

You will work closely with students, faculty, and administration to support academic success, following NACADA standards. This part-time role involves advising, enrollment counseling, and coordination with CE offices in Provo and Salt Lake.