Job Information
University of Utah Academic Advisor I in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 11/13/2024
Requisition Number PRN40318B
Job Title Academic Advisor I
Working Title Academic Advisor I
Job Grade D
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday-Friday, 8 am- 5 pm, some remote work possible.
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00113 - College of Science-Dean
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $45,000-$48,000
Close Date 02/13/2025
Priority Review Date 12/02/2024
Job Summary
The Student Success Hub provides a collaborative structure for advisors to support students across multiple programs, a commitment to ongoing professional development, and a supportive leadership team dedicated to professional advising and student success. These positions will serve as Academic Advisor I for Biology or Mathematics students and be cross-trained in other science disciplines to facilitate students’ access to high quality advising experiences while also allowing for variety and expanded opportunities for the advisor.
With minimal supervision, this position uses professional advising and guidance skills to assess diverse needs of students and provide appropriate advice related to academic planning and progress leading to degree completion. Contributes to the design, implementation, and evaluation of advising programs that contribute to the academic advising mission of the academic unit.
This position serves as a liaison to the relevant academic department to ensure communication around curriculum and to provide a feedback loop between students, advisors, and faculty.
This position will assist the University in promoting a climate of respect and equity that cultivates and sustains transformative practices by forging spaces of possibility where people feel valued and welcomed, respecting all students in their quests for individual success through degree programs, certificates, etc.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skills in communication, time management, and problem solving. The Student Success Hub seeks and values team members who are curious, resilient, proactive, and committed to student success.
Responsibilities
-Meets with College of Science undergraduate students to provide information and guidance on academic-related issues, such as graduation requirements and exceptions, and course planning and registration.
Facilitates students’ academic progress by evaluating their needs and developing appropriate educational plans. Makes referrals for students who need assistance with overcoming learning obstacles, tutoring, career decisions, mental health, or other various needs.
Actively engages in campus-based professional development communities, including but not limited to UAAC or other relevant campus-based organizations that advances direct skills in academic advising."
Uses enterprise-level data analytics and student record technology platforms to monitor student progress. Participates in proactive advising and intervention strategies for assigned student populations.
Proficient in degree tracking software, record keeping systems, and advising related technologies
Maintains students’ academic files that include a record of advising activity, referrals, exceptions made, transfer courses, etc.
Collects and disseminate information to students, faculty, and departments about changes in major requirements or University policies and adjusts advising strategies as appropriate.
Participates in the college portion of new student orientation each semester.
Assist with data compilation, statistical reports, and correspondence, depending on the area of assignment.
Attend monthly staff meetings and trainings related to advising.
Can serve on university and college committees and makes recommendations that affect curriculum requirements, advising processes, and program development and published materials.
Supports the College of Science in admission outreach events and activities
Other advising related activities as needed and assigned.
In addition, advisors take on additional advising-related departmental responsibilities, which include but at not limited to service on undergraduate program, scholarship, and curriculum committees.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Priority application review date December 2, 2024.
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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