Undergraduate Academic Advisor — Student Success

University of Connecticut; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Connecticut Waterbury campus seeks an Academic Advisor 1 to guide students in programs, plans of study, and policies, coordinating with campus partners to support student success and engagement in the Freshman Year Experience.

The advisor will assist with course selection, monitor progress toward degree requirements, and connect students with services such as Career Services and Counseling. This full-time role emphasizes teamwork and data-driven advising.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in student advising in higher ed OR Master's degree with 1+ year of advising experience.
• Experience counseling low-income, first-generation, or minority students.
• Proven ability to relate to students, faculty, and parents.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise students in curriculum decisions including course selection, scheduling, major/minor changes.
• Provide support services and course advising for UConn Waterbury undergraduates.
• Create plans of study aligned with educational goals and development.
• Audit records to determine progress toward degree requirements and eligibility to graduate.
• Review probation, dismissal, and financial aid appeals.
• Serve as an instructor for a First Year Experience (FYE) course.
• Refer students to Career Services, Tutoring, the Center for Students with Disability, and Counseling and Mental Health Services.
• Assist in planning scheduling, orientation, and registration activities.
• Collaborate with departments to create and deliver presentation materials at events.
• Coordinate programs to promote recruitment and retention of students.
• Serve on campus/university committees.
• Perform related work including weekend and evening hours.

Skills

Communication skills

Counseling

Relation building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

The University of Connecticut Waterbury campus seeks an Academic Advisor 1 to guide students in programs, plans of study, and policies, coordinating with campus partners to support student success and engagement in the Freshman Year Experience.

The advisor will assist with course selection, monitor progress toward degree requirements, and connect students with services such as Career Services and Counseling. This full-time role emphasizes teamwork and data-driven advising.