Academic Advising Professional-College of Arts & Sciences

University of Wyoming • Laramie, WY

11h • $42,504 - $50,004 • Onsite

About The Position

The Academic Advising Professional in the College of Arts & Sciences Advising Center at the University of Wyoming is responsible for coordinating and administering academic advising functions for students. This role involves providing advisement on university and college requirements and procedures to prospective and current students, parents, and staff. The position aims to support student success by ensuring they understand and adhere to degree completion requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1 year work-related experience working with student populations, administration, program development, customer service, or related field
• Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Counselor Education, Counseling, or Psychology-related program, or a related field
• Experience working in higher education or K-12 setting.
• Experience with student information systems and/or database systems.
• Knowledge of principles of academic and/or career advising.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Understanding of FERPA and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, personal, and some career advising to students in the College of Arts and Sciences for select programs/majors, providing intentional advising while adhering to the requirements and regulations needed to complete degrees.
• Provide advising and information to non-A&S students who are interested in programs within the college.
• Become and remain knowledgeable on best practices in advising.
• Develop a personal professional development plan and philosophy of advising statement.
• Participate in advisor observations.
• Collaborate with A&S Advising Center staff to learn and promote advising best practices.
• Liaise with Senior Academic Advisors, Manager of Academic Advising, and faculty to establish a high level of understanding of curricular requirements, research areas, career objectives, opportunities for student involvement, transfer articulation, and degree requirement exceptions.
• Utilize technology to accommodate online meetings and advising appointments with students.
• Use student information systems and databases to acquire and organize student information.
• Maintain accurate and complete student files with curriculum planning, student goals, advising notes, recommendations, and other information related to student success.
• Assist students with petitions and related forms, while maintaining accurate and concise documentation.
• Ensure timeliness, academic integrity, and confidentiality throughout the process.
• Responsible for review and approval of student forms, as directed.
• Evaluate transcripts and perform degree checks, as directed.
• Attend advisor trainings and travel to regional and/or national professional conferences when possible.
• Participate in new student registration and orientation events throughout the year.
• Keep up to date on University and College policies and regulations pertaining to degree requirements.
• Participate in limited college recruitment events, ceremonies, and other events as needed.
• Assist with special projects, as directed.
• Serve on committees, as directed.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.
• Attend professional development events including webinars and conferences as able.

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: 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: Entry Level