Academic Advising Professional - Ag, Life Sciences & Natural Resources

University of Wyoming • Laramie, NY

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Academic Advising Professional will coordinate and administer academic advising functions for University of Wyoming College of Agriculture, Life Sciences, and Natural Resources students. This role is responsible for providing advisement on university and college requirements and procedures to prospective and current students, parents, and staff. The position involves providing academic advising for CALSNR undergraduate students, assisting with new student onboarding, maintaining student records, and staying up-to-date on institutional changes and resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1 year work-related experience
• Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions.
• 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 advising for CALSNR undergraduate students, adhering to program requirements, regulations, advising best practices, and FERPA.
• Advise students on courses for the next semester, schedule changes, graduation planning, major/minor exploration, resource connections and referrals, and early career/internship discussions.
• Serve as a resource to students for University forms and policies.
• Provide academic, institutional, and overall support for students throughout the calendar year.
• Assist with the planning, development, and execution of new student onboarding, including online orientation, advising, transcript review, and events.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate student records, including curriculum planning, goals, advising notes, and recommendations.
• Utilize appropriate advising technology daily and maintain an accurate caseload.
• Help maintain internal Advising Center student resource materials.
• Organize Advising season schedule to ensure timely meetings with all advisees.
• Ensure accurate and timely communications to students.
• Liaise with Senior Academic Advisors, Advising Manager, and faculty to understand curricular requirements, research areas, career objectives, and opportunities for student involvement.
• Become and remain knowledgeable on best practices in advising.
• Develop a personal professional development plan.
• Participate in advisor observations, meetings, and required trainings.
• Collaborate with CALSNR Advising Office staff to learn and promote advising best practices.
• Participate in university training supplements, workshops, and conferences.
• Travel to and actively engage in regional and/or national professional conferences, when possible.
• Stay up to date on Institutional changes, forms, policies, procedures, and resources.
• Adjust workflow as changes dictate and adapt quickly to new changes.
• Attend information sessions and events to learn about campus resources for students.
• Keep up to date on contact points around campus to help students know who to talk to about different needs.
• Assist with program activities.
• Serve as a college representative at resource fairs and recruitment events as needed.
• Assist with other special projects or events as assigned.
• Participate in limited college recruitment events, ceremonies, and other events.
• Assist with special projects, as directed.
• Serve on committees, as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employee contribution, the total contribution toward your retirement plan exceeds 19%.
• 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