Academic Advisor I, College of Science (Multiple Positions)

The University of Arizona•Tucson, AZ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Arizona's College of Science invites applications for the role of Academic Advisor I. This position is crucial for enhancing undergraduate student retention and persistence by fostering strong relationships with students and encouraging their engagement with opportunities for personal and professional development. The role is designed for professionals interested in joining a Strategic Advising Team and receiving comprehensive cross-training to develop expertise across various majors within the College of Science, such as Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, and Mathematical & Computational Sciences. These advisors will provide high-quality, student-centered advising across departments, ensuring consistency with college-wide standards and departmental expectations. As part of a collaborative advising community, they will help ensure students receive accurate, timely, and coordinated support, regardless of their major, while supporting the College's adaptability to growth and evolving student needs. The position reports centrally to the College but maintains strong connections with the departments it serves. The College of Science is a vibrant community for students interested in diverse fields from environmental science to medicine and technology, driven by curiosity and discovery. Students benefit from learning from internationally recognized faculty engaged in groundbreaking research and innovative teaching practices. Through hands-on research and mentorship, students develop solutions to complex global challenges in a collaborative academic environment. The college's mission prioritizes research excellence, interdisciplinary learning, community outreach, and preparing future scientists. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work assignment, subject to supervisor consultation. The College of Science is also recruiting for an Academic Advisor II position (Req #26734). Applicants should review the minimum qualifications for both positions. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
One year of relevant work experience required.
Demonstrated commitment to student success and the mission of higher education.
Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, collaborate effectively, and learn across multiple scientific disciplines.
Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Demonstrated ability to foster an engaging and welcoming experience for every student.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in higher education.
Experience advising or working with undergraduate students.

Responsibilities

Presents academic and program information to new first-year and transfer students and their guests at New Student Orientation and processes students for readmission.
Guides students through academic planning, degree requirements, and university policies.
Applies transfer credits from other academic institutions to student’s degree programs (based on established articulation rules and precedents).
Builds meaningful relationships through proactive advising and individualized student support.
Supports orientation, retention, and graduation initiatives.
Identifies or evaluates options for students who must petition for an exception to a course or program requirement; makes adjustments to students’ programs of study once approved.
Monitors academic progress of students utilizing existing dashboards and reports; identifies current and potential needs or problem areas (e.g., study skills, tutoring) and connects students with campus resources that promote academic success and well-being.
Assesses students’ stage of development (academic, career, and personal) to promote academic growth by recommending suitable developmental tasks and engagement opportunities.
Reports to leadership on student barriers encountered during advising sessions.
May assist with offering seminars, workshops, and other activities/events for student onboarding, building community, academic recovery, student engagement, graduation, and/or student retention as time allows.
May assist with manual enrollment into department courses, including research, preceptorships, and internships for university credit.
Processes degree audit worksheets for students planning to graduate.
May assist with the planning and implementation of college and department events.