Academic Advisor II

Academic Advisor II

Posting Number
req21466

Department
A Center

Department Website Link

Location
Main Campus

Address
Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights
This position reports to the Senior Associate Director of The A Center, a unit within the Office of the Provost, Undergraduate Education. The Academic Advisor II provides academic advising and programming assistance in areas such as major exploration, academic probation services, and student retention. This individual will provide instruction for success and major exploration courses. Academic Advisor II to support the recruitment, retention, and engagement of students in The A Center. This position will serve as the front-line contact for undergraduate students for developmental academic advising to drive engagement and empower students to achieve their academic and career goals. Plays a vital role in maximizing undergraduate student retention. Builds formative relationships with students by interpreting information and providing clarification on procedures and academic requirements of specific programs or majors. Academic advisors have the authority to approve students' academic degree programs, including evaluating transfer credit and making exceptions to the program requirements under the auspices of their respective faculty.

The A Center supports undecided/undeclared students, as well as Pre-Profession (Pre-Health and Pre-Law) student services. In addition, this position assists in hosting and participating in special events such as the annual Meet Your Major, Pre-Health, and Pre-Law Expos.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provide developmental advising, support for major exploration advising, and programs to meet the specific needs of the following student populations: first-year and continuing undergraduate students who are undecided (No Major Selected), pre-majors, students seeking alternative majors; students who have been academically excluded from competitive majors; and/or students who are on academic warning/probation or who have been academically ineligible from the University.
  
• Provide general education academic advising and registration assistance to students enrolled in The A Center.
  
• Evaluate the use of transfer credit and determine whether degree requirements are met.
  
• Collaborate with The A Center team to provide quality programs and services, including new student Orientation.
  
• Represents unit on university committees to initiate change and resolve issues related to academic issues as a subject expert.
  
• Responsible for programming designed to support A Center students to get back to academic eligibility (i.e., success path).
  
• Assists with programming designed to help students get back to academic eligibility.
  
• Facilitate related workshops and presentations.
  
• Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental mission, goals, objectives, and programs.
  
• Demonstrated effective communication with diverse student populations.
  
• Demonstrated excellent communication and presentation skills and proactive, open, and responsive interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to communicate with diverse student populations effectively and professionally, university personnel, representatives from businesses, and the community.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with university personnel: faculty, college deans, administrators, and staff, as well as representatives from business and the community.
  
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
  
• Knowledge of student development theory.
  
• Knowledge of advising practices and principles.
  
• Ability to travel (locally, regionally and/or nationally); hold a valid driver's license.
  
• Ability to effectively prioritize and perform duties autonomously.
  
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed.
  
• Ability to work closely and effectively with multiple departments, organizations, and individuals in a complex environment.
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Excel).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
  
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Counseling, or a related field.
• Demonstrated successful experience working with post-secondary students.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a website and social media that provides information and resources relevant to Pro-Profession (Pre-Health and Pre-Law) students, faculty, and staff supporting them.
• Two or more years of demonstrated and successful experience in teaching freshman-level courses at a two-year college or four-year undergraduate college/university.
• Proficiency with the University of Arizona Student Information System (UAccess).

FLSA
Exempt

Full Time/Part Time
Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week
40

Job FTE
1

Work Calendar
Fiscal

Job Category
Student Services

Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay
$47,356-$59,195

Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade
6

Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum
$47356

Grade Range Midpoint
$59195

Grade Range Maximum
$71034

Career Stream and Level
PC2

Job Family
Academic Advising

Job Function
Student Services

Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies
1

Target Hire Date
12/26/2024

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates
Eduardo Hernandez, eduardoh@arizona.edu

Open Date
12/19/2024

Open Until Filled
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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