Academic Advisor advises university/college students in course and major selection, requirements for selected area of concentration, and post-college plans. Assists students in setting academic goals, course planning and career development. Being an Academic Advisor may work with individual students or groups. Requires a bachelor's degree in counseling or related field or its equivalent. Additionally, Academic Advisor typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Academic Advisor gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be an Academic Advisor typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Our ideal candidate will have previous or current experience working in higher education OR college experience as a student in a teacher education program. They will be familiar with program advising processes, particularly in higher education, or possess the ability to learn those processes expeditiously.
Minimum Qualifications:
The education or training requirements for the position include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, and relevant academic experience in a college environment or other schools.
Position Details:
This is a Grade 79, full time, 12 month position, located in Fairbanks, Alaska. The job allows for 1 or 2 work from home days per week, with an approved work modality plan in place in accordance with UA regulations, and a reduced time contract will be considered (between 10.5-12 months). We are a family and work/life balance friendly employer!
This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The first review of applications will be April 1, 2024. There is no guarantee applications will be reviewed or considered after the first review date.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.
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The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
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If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Shea Monsey, HR Coordinator, UAF School of Education, at smonsey@alaska.edu or (907) 474-7341.