Academic Advising Professional - Academic & Student Programs

University of Wyoming • Laramie, WY

15h • 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 and training, advising students facing academic difficulties, and engaging in recruitment efforts for internships and cooperative education positions. Additionally, the role may involve administering career assessments, reviewing student forms, evaluating transcripts, and performing degree checks. Supplemental functions include staying updated on university policies, assisting with special projects, serving on committees, and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

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

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 prospective employers or students for job recruitment/resume referrals 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: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

What This Job Offers

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