Academic Advisor I - 527985

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

10d

About The Position

The Academic Advisor I provides guidance to University students on academic progress, courses, University resources, etc. Identifies courses to be completed in upcoming semesters. Explains University and College policies. May teach compass course as needed. Provides proactive, holistic academic advising, case management, and support for undecided freshmen in the University’s Crimson EDGE and Exploring 4 Success programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Ability to work with various groups of people.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good public speaking skills.
• Computer skills to include word processing, spreadsheet and/or database management.
• Good planning, coordinating, and organizing skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of advising and academic management software (Banner, DegreeWorks, onBase, MS Office, etc)

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree or at least 18 graduate semester hours in a teaching discipline in areas including STEM, Business, Higher Education, Student Development, or related fields.
• Experience advising, case managing and supporting undeclared and/or exploratory students.
• Experience advising, case managing and supporting underserved populations and underprepared new freshmen students.
• Program design and development experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance to University students on academic progress, courses, University resources, etc.
• Identifies courses to be completed in upcoming semesters.
• Explains University and College policies.
• May teach compass course as needed.
• Provides proactive, holistic academic advising, case management, and support for undecided freshmen in the University’s Crimson EDGE and Exploring 4 Success programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees