Academic & Career Advisor - University Advisement Center

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The University Advisement Center in the Student Development Services Division at Brigham Young University provides specialized strengths-based life design support and exploratory academic and career advisement to all undergraduate students. Our Academic and Career Advisors accomplish the mission and vision of the university by meeting one-on-one and in small groups with students, implementing and managing special projects for the university, providing outreach to students campus-wide, documenting student stories and needs to inform university efforts to support students, participate in ongoing professional development to improve advising skills and impact, and making student referrals to student support resources across campus. Although we do not operate within an academic college, our Advisors provide support to Open Major students with course scheduling and academic standing needs.

Requirements

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Master’s degree in advisement or counseling, and 4 years of advisement experience OR Master’s degree in relevant area and graduate coursework in counseling/advising, and career theory and 4 years of advisement experience OR Advisement certification (or equivalent graduate coursework), and 4 years of college advisement experience
• Excellent helping skills and ability to assist students with life planning and decision making.
• Background must show ability to positively relate to students from diverse backgrounds and communicate effectively with faculty and staff.
• Excellent writing, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Must be able to interface with others and contribute to the positive spirit and support of the team.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in advisement or counseling, and 6 years of advisement experience OR Master’s degree in relevant area and graduate coursework in counseling/advising, and career theory and 6 years of advisement experience OR Advisement certification (or equivalent graduate coursework), and 6 years of college advisement experience
• Knowledge of advisement, career and student development theories and practices.
• Experience in teaching, program development, program management, and leadership skills.
• Expertise in all facets of academic advisement including knowledge of BYU’s majors, programs, general education requirements, admissions, transfer, financial aid, scholarships, and graduation policies.
• Skills in career advisement, including the ability to do career and personality assessments.

Responsibilities

• Exploratory Student Advisement Guides students through academic decision-making by explaining available options, helping them assess likely outcomes and implications, and supporting realistic academic and career goal setting. Advises diverse student populations, including those changing majors, adding skills, undecided, transfer, former, graduate, at-risk, or in crisis, by assessing academic and personal development and identifying appropriate next steps for growth.
• Program Coordination Provides oversight and support to student employees and student mentees while managing key operational responsibilities, including IT and web functions, assessment, and reporting. Helps plan and coordinate major student-facing initiatives and outreach efforts, including the major fair, New Student Orientation, and targeted communications.
• Proactive Outreach Conducts proactive outreach to student groups identified by center leadership and builds relationships that support student engagement. Gathers student perspectives and experiences to help shape future efforts to improve service to students.
• Professional Development Builds and maintains knowledge of relevant student support and advising resources while staying current on developments in academic and career advising through meetings, trainings, professional events, and ongoing reading. Develops expertise in key skill areas and shares that knowledge through professional development and training support for colleagues.
• Leadership & Citizenship Contributes to leadership and service within the BYU advising community and in state, regional, and national advising organizations, including committee work and other support roles. Shares expertise through professional conference presentations and guest lectures in student development and related courses.

Benefits

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long-term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness Program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees