Advising Dean

University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Virginia is hiring an Academic Advising Dean, a senior-level academic advisor who provides specialized support to undergraduate students. Advising Deans address complex matters such as academic warnings and suspensions, university referrals, appeals of academic decisions, and academic planning in extenuating circumstances. They oversee a semesterly academic audit to identify students who may be in academic jeopardy and help them plan for progress toward graduation. Advising Deans also teach in the College’s General Education curriculum, including Engagements courses that introduce first-year students to the liberal arts and sciences through seminar topics. The role models a student-centered approach to advising. Advising Deans generally support a broad student population, though some may be assigned a specialized portfolio, such as athletes, veterans, transfer students, or Echols scholars. They participate in professional development and serve as a resource to faculty and departments. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to the liberal arts and sciences, knowledge of College curriculum and policy, and an empathetic approach to supporting students’ intellectual and emotional development. This is an exempt-level, benefited position based fully on-site in Charlottesville, Virginia. The anticipated salary is $81,000, commensurate with education and experience. A terminal degree is required, preferably in the liberal arts and sciences, along with at least five years of experience.

Requirements

Terminal degree required, preferably in the liberal arts and sciences.
At least five years of experience.
Demonstrated commitment to the liberal arts and sciences.
Thorough understanding of the College curriculum and policy.
Ability to help students navigate academic policies.
Empathetic, student-centered approach to supporting students’ intellectual and emotional development.
Must be able to work fully on-site in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Candidates requiring immigration sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.

Responsibilities

Serve as Advising Dean for a designated caseload through proactive outreach, support, and education; build trust and accessibility with assigned students and contribute to persistence and a positive student experience.
Interpret College and University policies related to academic progress and degree requirements.
Use technical platforms to document student interactions, assess academic requirements and progress to degree, and make referrals to partner groups.
Develop academic progress plans for students identified by the academic audit or considered at academic risk.
Monitor student progress and develop graduation plans with individual students.
Provide information about curricula, policies, procedures, opportunities, and guidelines for academic programs.
Evaluate student needs and refer students to career, academic, counseling, and student life resources and opportunities.
Support students through educational transitions, including orientation, academic exploration, transfer, and graduation.
Recommend actions related to academic warnings, suspensions, and dismissals.
Identify opportunities for high-performing student engagement and goal attainment.
Participate in ongoing professional development and training to maintain current knowledge of advising, policies, technologies, and student success needs.
Work as a member of the College advising team to support appropriate unit workflow and outcomes.
Liaise between the College and University student affairs offices to support consistent student services.
Provide academic advising that facilitates educational planning and degree completion in line with students’ educational and career goals.
Teach within the College’s General Education curriculum, including Engagements courses.