Academic Advising Professional - Academic & Student Programs

University of Wyoming • Laramie, WY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position coordinates and administers career and/or academic advising functions for University of Wyoming students. The role involves providing academic, personal, and/or career advising, potentially assisting with faculty advisor assignments, conducting advisement training, advising students with academic difficulties, identifying and contacting employers for recruitment, assisting students with career indecision, and reviewing student forms and evaluating transcripts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Counselor Education, Counseling, or Psychology-related program, or a related field
• 1 year work-related experience
• Eligible to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Capability to work individually and as a cooperative member of a team.
• Problem resolution skills.
• Commitment to develop effective relationships with a variety of populations in a diverse community.
• Interest in Undergraduate Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, personal, and/or career advising to students.
• Assist with the assignment of faculty advisors; conduct advisement training seminars for faculty advisors.
• Advise undeclared, probationary, conditionally admitted, suspended, or reinstated students to help identify and overcome their academic difficulties; conduct follow-up sessions.
• Identify and contact via telephone and on-site visits prospective employers or students for job recruitment/resume referrals of University of Wyoming students for permanent or intern/cooperative education positions; compile recruitment program information from employers and students.
• Meet with students experiencing career indecision; administer and interpret career advising-related assessments; provide an interview process to assist students in improving skills; conduct follow-up sessions.
• Responsible for review and approval of student forms, as directed; evaluate transcripts and perform degree checks, as directed.
• Assist with the program activities.
• Keep up to date on University and College policies and regulations pertaining to degree requirements.
• Assist with special projects, as directed.
• Serve on committees, as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, including 4 deductible options.
• Paid Time Off: Ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level