Academic Advisor I - 530847
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. Directs the academic advising of all assigned UA Online students. Develops students first-year plan of study and ensures appropriate follow-up is conducted and records are properly maintained. Provides assistance as necessary in completing online orientation and participates in orientation events, such as the virtual Q&A. Ensures students enroll in appropriate academic courses. Coordinates effective communication with UA Online staff, academic departments, and other University personnel as necessary. Assists in creating communication initiatives and data collection of UA Online programs and services.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher.
- High level of organization, attention to detail, and task planning.
- Strong interpersonal communication and virtual presentation skills required.
- Ability to work with online students.
- Knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in education, instructional technology, communications, or business.
- Experience with UA systems, DegreeWorks, database management, and customer relationship management programs.
- Knowledge of adult and distance population.
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.
- Directs the academic advising of all assigned UA Online students.
- Develops students first-year plan of study and ensures appropriate follow-up is conducted and records are properly maintained.
- Provides assistance as necessary in completing online orientation and participates in orientation events, such as the virtual Q&A.
- Ensures students enroll in appropriate academic courses.
- Coordinates effective communication with UA Online staff, academic departments, and other University personnel as necessary.
- Assists in creating communication initiatives and data collection of UA Online programs and services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
