Sr. Academic Advisor

University of Utah, United States

Updated: about 7 hours ago
Location: Salt Lake City, UTAH
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 22 May 2025

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Open Date 04/22/2025
Requisition Number PRN41696B
Job Title Sr. Academic Advisor
Working Title Sr. Academic Advisor
Job Grade E
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday – Friday, 8am to 5pm or as arranged.
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 02318 - STUDENT SUCCESS HUB
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 61000 to 65000
Close Date 05/22/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 05/05/2025
Job Summary
The Student Success Hub provides a collaborative structure for advisors to support students across multiple programs, a commitment to ongoing professional development, and a supportive leadership team dedicated to professional advising and student success.
The Student Success Hub is searching for one Lead Environmental and Sustainability Studies (ENVST) advisor which may be hired from the Academic Advisor II or Senior Academic Advisor pool. This candidate will advise a large population of students matriculated in the ENVST degree program in the School of Environment, Society, and Sustainability (ESS) regarding their academic planning and progress. As lead advisor for ENVST, a STEM-interdisciplinary degree, this advisor will work with academic staff and faculty in the School of Environment, Society, and Sustainability on curriculum, exceptions, and promoting student success. The ENVST major is designed as an interdisciplinary STEM degree.
Once trained, this person will also be responsible for training other advisors in the cluster on ENVST curriculum. In addition to advising students in the ENVST major, the advisor selected for this position will be cross-trained to advise a select number of other majors in the Student Success Hub.
This position will assist the University in promoting a climate of respect that cultivates and sustains transformative practices by forging spaces of possibility where people feel valued and welcomed, respecting all students in their quests for individual success through degree programs, certificates, majors, etc.
 
This position carries in-person expectations with flexibility for some remote work and a schedule to be determined upon hiring.  
Responsibilities
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Additional responsibilities may include occasional weekend recruiting events and collaborating with the Sustainability Action & Leading Together (SALT) living learning community. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Essential functions include:
1.  Assesses the past performance of academic programs through program evaluations.
2.  Meets with undergraduate students to provide information and guidance on academic-related issues, such as graduation requirements and exceptions, and course planning and registration.
3.  Facilitates students’ academic progress by evaluating their needs and developing appropriate educational plans. Makes referrals for students who need assistance with overcoming learning obstacles, tutoring, career decisions, mental health, or other various needs.
4.  Disseminates information to students, faculty, and departments about changes in major requirements or University policies and adjusts advising strategies as appropriate.
5.  Uses enterprise-level data analytics and student record technology platforms (e.g., EAB Navigate) to monitor student progress. Participates in proactive advising and intervention strategies for assigned student populations.
6.  Actively engages in campus-based professional development communities, including but not limited to UAAC or other relevant organizations, that advance direct skills in academic advising.
7.  Proficient in degree tracking software, record keeping systems, and advising-related technologies
8.  Maintains students’ academic files that include a record of advising activity, referrals, exceptions made, transfer courses, etc. Actively engages with EAB Navigate.
9.  Coordinates and/or participates in the advising-related portion of new/transfer student and parent orientation sessions.
10.  Assists with data compilation, statistical reports, and correspondence, depending on the area of assignment.
11.  Attends monthly staff meetings and trainings related to advising.
12.  Develops and presents education programs designed to supplement or enhance academic preparedness.
13.  Participates in local and national professional associations by serving on planning committees and presenting at conferences and seminars.
14.  Significantly contributes to selection and training of new advising staff.
15.  May mentor academic advisors and participate in hiring, training, and evaluating those employees.
16.  Supports the Student Success Hub in appropriate outreach events and activities as assigned.
17.  The position is distinguished from lower-level advising positions in that incumbents have responsibilities for program oversight, faculty interaction, and dealing with more complex advising-related issues.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
  • 4 years of direct academic advising experience.
  • Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills


Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Interest in the environment or sustainability.
Experience in a mentoring role.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
    • Yes
    • No
  • * How many years of academic advising experience do you have?
    • Less than 2 years
    • 2-4 years
    • 4 years or more

    • Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • List of References
    • Optional Documents
  • Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
  • Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only

    • University Human Resource Management
    250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
    Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu

     


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