Academic Advisor I

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• Priority review begins: 10/1/24

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Open Date 09/19/2024 Requisition Number PRN39910B Job Title Academic Advisor I Working Title Academic Advisor 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

• Mon- Fri, 8am-5pm or as arranged.

• Some travel and weekend or evening activities may be required.

• Some remote work may be required.

VP Area Academic Affairs Department 02318 - STUDENT SUCCESS HUB Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $45,000 - $47,000 Close Date 10/22/2024 Open Until Filled No 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. This Academic Advisor I position will be cross-trained across programs to facilitate students' access to high quality advising experiences while also allowing for variety and expanded opportunities for the advisor.

With direct supervision, this position advises a large population of students regarding their academic planning and progress by utilizing professional advising and guidance skills. Interprets and explains university academic policy and procedure to assist students in making decisions concerning personal educational goals leading to degree completion.

This position will assist the University in promoting a climate of respect that cultivates and sustains transformative practices by forging spaces of possibility where people feel valued and welcomed, and respecting all students in their quests for individual success through degree programs, certificates, majors, 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.

Questions about the position should be directed to Stacy Morris, search committee chair, at stacy.morris@geog.utah.edu

Responsibilities

• Meets with 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 needs.

• Disseminates information to students, faculty, and departments about changes in major requirements or University policies and adjusts advising strategies as appropriate.

• Actively participates in campus-based professional development communities, including, but not limited to, UAAC or other relevant campus-based organizations that advance direct skills in academic advising.

• Uses enterprise-level data analytics and student record technology platforms (e.g., EAB Navigate) 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. Actively engages with EAB Navigate.

• Participates in advising and related activities during New Student Orientation each semester.

• Attends monthly staff meetings and trainings related to advising.

• Supports the Student Success Hub in appropriate outreach events and activities as assigned.

• Provides other advising-related activities as needed and assigned.

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

Preference will be given to individuals with education, experience, and or interest in the following areas:

• Human Development & Family Studies, Gender Studies, Ethnic Studies, Disability Studies, Psychology, Sociology, and/or Criminology; OR
• Political Science, Economics, Health Society and Policy, and/or Financial Planning & Counseling.

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary

• Priority review begins: 10/1/24

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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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• List of References

Optional Documents

• Addendum to the University of Utah

• Veteran Only

• Call 801.581.2169 after submission

• Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 - Member Copy 4)

• Veteran Only

• Call 801.581.2169