Academic Advisor 1, College of Education

University of Nevada Reno • Reno, NV

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About The Position

The College of Education and Human Development is recruiting for an Academic Advisor 1 in the Student Success Center. The Academic Advisor 1 works closely with, and under the direction of, higher level Advisors to perform traditional advising to prospective, new, transfer and continuing undergraduate education students. The Academic Advisor 1 will increasingly gain exposure to core curriculum and major program requirements, participates in retention activities, and may be involved in recruitment events and other college-specific special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of related work experience or a Master’s degree
• Related Experience: in a field related to student support, human services, education, or related advising position or related field
• Schedule or Travel Requirement Occasional travel

Nice To Haves

• Academic advising or academic counseling in a higher education setting
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting equity and inclusion in a higher education setting
• Experience and interest in academic recruitment and enrollment management

Responsibilities

• perform traditional advising to prospective, new, transfer and continuing undergraduate education students
• gain exposure to core curriculum and major program requirements
• participate in retention activities
• be involved in recruitment events
• other college-specific special projects as assigned

Benefits

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options
• Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
• Grants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees
• Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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