Strategic Advising & Communications Lead

University of Washington; Bothell (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 95,004; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington Bothell seeks an Assistant Director of Advising, Communications to lead a team of professional academic advisors and oversee strategic communications and campus events for the centralized advising unit.

This hybrid role requires on-site presence with occasional evenings and weekends for campus events, reporting to the Assistant Dean of Academic Advising. The position emphasizes collaboration and inclusive student support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts, sciences, or related field.
• Five years of advising, counseling, or academic administration experience at college/university level.
• Experience with staff supervision and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of professional academic advisors for designated programs.
• Provide strategic leadership for advising policies and student development initiatives.
• Oversee communications, events, and campus messaging for the advising unit.
• Collaborate with campus partners to advance student success and equity.

Skills

Staff supervision

Strategic communications

Relationship building

Equity & inclusion

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of Washington Bothell seeks an Assistant Director of Advising, Communications to lead a team of professional academic advisors and oversee strategic communications and campus events for the centralized advising unit.

This hybrid role requires on-site presence with occasional evenings and weekends for campus events, reporting to the Assistant Dean of Academic Advising. The position emphasizes collaboration and inclusive student support.