Temporary Academic Advisor (Pool)

University of North Carolina Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 9,800 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina Wilmington's College of Science and Engineering seeks a Temporary Academic Advisor to support students in choosing majors and careers, monitor progress, and maintain advising files. The role emphasizes advising and referrals, with a holistic approach to student success.

Work hours are 10–29 per week, negotiable 8:00 AM–5:30 PM, with a focus on collaboration across departments to help students thrive during and after their time at UNCW.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Student Affairs, or a closely related field with three years of progressive experience in academic advising, student support services, or a comparable area; or a Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Student Affairs, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience utilizing a range of software applications and educational technologies, including Microsoft Office Suite, learning management systems, and other technology-enhanced delivery platforms.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on majors and careers and monitor academic progress.
• Maintain advising files and support timely declaration of majors/pre-majors.
• Provide referrals and assist in academic recovery as needed.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and other departments to support diverse student populations.

Skills

Academic advising

Student support services

Communication skills

Time management

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Student Affairs, or related field

Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Student Affairs, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Learning management systems

Job description

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking. A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering. The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department

CSE Dean's Office - 32300

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40558

Vacancy Number

TSP5717PST

Working Title

Temporary Academic Advisor (Pool)

Job Category

Academic Professionals/Non-teaching

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

As part of the College of Science and Engineering (CSE) Dean's Office Academic Resource Center (ARC), this position provides services that include advising and assisting students in making decisions about majors and careers. This position advises on course selections appropriate to the student's academic goals, monitors academic performance, assists in timely declaration of a major or pre-major, maintains advising files, and supports students during academic and personal difficulty and making appropriate referrals as needed. The Academic Advisor identifies problems requiring intervention and assists with strategies for academic recovery as needed. Working with other faculty and staff, the Academic Advisor provides support to help position students for success during and after their time at UNCW. Advisors work with students from diverse populations with different strengths and needs. The Academic Advisor will develop a detailed understanding of student-related policies and advising best practices in order to provide individualized support for students. The Academic Advisor will use a holistic approach to address student needs by establishing strong relationships with students to guide them in exploring areas of study and resources necessary to be successful. In addition to managing a caseload, the Academic Advisor will also serve on taskforces, work with other university departments, and execute events to meet the needs of relevant student populations. Academic Advisors participate in orientation sessions and provide accurate academic information to support students as they make enrollment and curricular decisions. This position will report to an Assistant Director of Academic Advising or the Director of Academic Advising. This position relies heavily on effective communication via phone, video conference, email, and in-person; therefore, the Academic Advisor needs to be an excellent communicator, self-starter, quick learner, and able to work in a collaborative environment.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Student Affairs, or a closely related field with three years of progressive experience in academic advising, student support services, or a comparable area; or a Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Student Affairs, or a closely related discipline.


• Experience utilizing a range of software applications and educational technologies, including Microsoft Office Suite, learning management systems, and other technology-enhanced delivery platforms.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Possess a proven track record of effective academic advising and coaching in a university setting.


• Ability to manage large advising caseloads through effective time-management and prioritization of work.


• Experience advising students pursuing majors related to those offered through the UNCW College of Science and Engineering.


• Experience administering services and programs related to supporting diverse student populations, program assessment and evaluation, and retention initiatives.


• Knowledgeable of best practices and theoretical foundations in the fields of advising, adult learning, student development, counseling, supplemental instruction, and student services.


• Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws, university regulations, and programs/policies required for compliance.


• Commitment to working with students from diverse backgrounds (e.g. first-year, continuing, and transfer students; pre-professional students; adult learners, military students, on-campus and on-line students, students from historically underrepresented populations) and knowledge of issues of these student populations.


• Demonstrated professionalism in effective communication, judgment, and integrity.


• Demonstrated commitment to and execution of high-level customer service.

Required Certifications or Licensure

No required certifications or licensure

Work Hours

Negotiable between the hours of 8:00AM - 5:30PM

Work Days

Negotiable days of Monday- Friday

Hours Per Week

10 - 29 hours/week

Anticipated Hiring Range

$880 - $2,552/month ($23.50/hr)

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please Note: This is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation.

Job Posting Date

08/28/2026

Job Closing Date

09/30/2026

EEO Statement

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings

Multi-Positions