Senior Academic Advisor

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

University of Iowa in Iowa City seeks a Senior Academic Advisor to coordinate undergraduate academic operations for the College of Education’s ESHR and CBHS programs. You will provide comprehensive advising, facilitate transfer credit, and support admission decisions while collaborating with faculty and staff.

You will also help schedule courses, assist with scholarships and experiential learning, and contribute to recruiting events and program assessment in a student-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in student affairs, education, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of experience with undergraduate students in an academic setting.
• Experience advising undergraduates and addressing their needs.
• Familiarity with career development, recruiting, and professional networks.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with university and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising including plans of study, course selections, and graduation requirements.
• Coordinate transfer credit evaluation and exceptions to policies.
• Advise current and prospective students regarding admission.
• Assist Director of Administration with scholarship processes.
• Support experiential learning opportunities, internships, and required paperwork.
• Establish partnerships with community organizations for experiential learning.
• Schedule CBHS and ESHR courses in MAUI, including rooms and instructors.
• Liaise with faculty, TAs, and Registrar on scheduling and policies.
• Monitor enrollment and assist with course scheduling for applicants.
• Assist Recruitment Specialist with undergraduate events for ESHR and CBHS.
• Review funding for TA/adjuncts and issue contracts each semester.

Skills

Undergraduate advising

Relationship building

Career development

Collaboration

Recruiting

Public speaking

Education

Master's degree in student affairs or education

Tools

MAUI scheduling system

Job description

The Senior Academic Advisor provides coordination for academic operations within the College of Education’s Department of Psychological and Quantitative Foundations undergraduate programs: Education Studies and Human Relations (ESHR) and Counseling and Behavioral Health Services (CBHS). Provides academic advising for ESHR and CBHS students. Contributes to a welcoming and student‑centered environment as part of the departmental team.

Specific Job Duties And Tasks

• Provide academic advising including plans of study; advise on course selections, add/drop procedures, time to completion, tuition policies, and graduation requirements. Advise on academic probation and withdrawals.
• Coordinate evaluation of transfer credit. Facilitate exceptions to department policies and procedures concerning transfer courses or major requirements.
• Advise current and prospective students regarding admission.
• May assist Director of Administration with scholarship process.
• Support students in finding and applying for experiential learning opportunities, including guidance on required paperwork and contacts needed to secure internship/practicum
• Consult with community partners to establish potential experiential learning partnerships.
• Responsible for scheduling CBHS and ESHR fall, spring, and summer courses in MAUI including room assignments and instructor information.
• Liaise with faculty, adjuncts, TAs, department administrators, and the Registrar regarding courses and scheduling policies.
• Monitor course enrollment, assist with course scheduling, inform applicants on course requirements.
• Assist Recruitment Specialist with recruiting events for undergraduate programs, with emphasis on ESHR and CBHS programs.
• Assist department leadership in reviewing funding for TA/adjuncts allocation for undergraduate courses.
• Assist with issuing contracts to TAs and adjuncts for each semester.

Education Required

• Master’s degree in student affairs, education, or a relevant field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

• Experience working directly with undergraduate students in an academic setting. Typically, one to three years of related experience.
• Experience in undergraduate advising; knowledge of and ability to address the advising needs of students.
• Familiarity with career development and/or recruiting, job search strategies, and professional networking.
• Demonstrated experience in and ability to establish positive relationships with university and community partners.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with postsecondary curricula and the ability to use curricula to guide individuals on requirements for learning and development needs.
• Program management experience.
• Experience with postsecondary student policies, procedures, and systems.
• Experience in public speaking.
• Experience with planning, implementing, and assessing programs and their impact.

Application Details

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For questions, contact Alex Schutman at [e-mail].

Benefits Highlights

• Regular salaried position. Pay level 4A. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.

About Iowa

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Senior Academic Advisor
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 4A

Contact Information

• Organization: College of Education
• Contact Name: Alex Schutman
• Contact Email: [e-mail]