Remote Academic Counselor — College Advisor

FHLB Des Moines; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington in Seattle seeks an Academic Counselor (College Advisor) to provide high-impact academic advising to undergraduates across Arts & Sciences. You will guide students through degree progress, explore majors, and navigate policies, reporting to the Senior Director of Academic Services.

The role supports evening/weekend events, is primarily office-based with telework options, and requires collaboration across campus to promote student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field.
• Minimum two years of academic advising or equivalent in higher education.
• Compliance with FERPA and institutional standards.

Responsibilities

• Advise undergraduate students on degree progress, course planning, and requirements.
• Guide major/minor exploration including admissions criteria and timelines.
• Maintain advising records and communicate with students and units.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent and collaborative work

Organizational skills

Data entry and reporting

Technology adoption

FERPA compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

UW systems (DARS, SDB, EARS)

Job description

University of Washington in Seattle seeks an Academic Counselor (College Advisor) to provide high-impact academic advising to undergraduates across Arts & Sciences. You will guide students through degree progress, explore majors, and navigate policies, reporting to the Senior Director of Academic Services.

The role supports evening/weekend events, is primarily office-based with telework options, and requires collaboration across campus to promote student success.