Details
Open Date 11/14/2024
Requisition Number PRN40324B
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
M – F 8am – 5pm or as arranged
Some travel and weekend or evening activities may be required
Some remote work possible after onboarding period
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00172 - College of Social Work-Dean
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $53,000 - $57,000
Close Date 02/14/2025
Job Summary
The College of Social Work is seeking an experienced and talented individual to join our team as a Sr. Academic Advisor.The professional in this roleautonomously advises undergraduate students in the College of Social Work by utilizing professional advising and guidance skills. The Sr. Academic Advisor provides appropriate advice related to academic planning and progress leading to graduation for students interested in and already enrolled in U of U undergraduate Social Work degrees and certificates.
The Sr. Academic Advisor will also be cross-trained to provide academic advising support for other programs offered by the College of Social Work. This position serves as a liaison to the relevant academic departments and will serve as the General Education Liaison for the College.
The Sr. Academic Advisor designs, implements, oversees and evaluates advising programs that contribute to the academic advising mission of the academic unit. May mentor other advisors but maintains an advising caseload.
This position will assist the University in promoting a climate of respect and belonging that cultivates and sustains transformative practices by forging spaces of possibility where people feel safe, valued, welcomed, and respects all students in their quest for individual success through degree programs, certificates, majors, etc.
Responsibilities
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Meets with students to provide information and guidance on academic-related issues, such as graduation requirements and exceptions, major exploration, course planning and registration, transfer credit evaluation/substitution or advanced degree requirements.
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Facilitates students’ academic progress by evaluating their needs and developing appropriate educational plans. Makes referrals for students who need assistance with overcoming learning obstacles, specialized tutoring, extended or intensive assistance with career decisions or similar needs.
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Actively participates in campus-based professional development communities including but not limited to “ UAAC or other relevant campus-based organizations that advances direct skills in academic advising.” Duties include leadership roles, committee chair, etc
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Uses enterprise-level data analytics and student record technology platforms to monitor student progress and guide proactive student interventions. Participates in the delivery of proactive advising strategies for assigned student populations on the basis of data analytic platforms. Oversees the implementation of intervention strategies based on analysis of metrics derived from data analytics platforms.
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Proficient in degree tracking software (i.e Degree Audit), record keeping systems (PeopleSoft, Banner) and two additional advising related technologies (Civitas, On Base, Student Data Warehouse, CRM software, etc.)
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Maintains students’ academic files that include a record of the advising activity that takes place during each visit.
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Develops and presents education programs designed to supplement or enhance academic preparedness.
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Collects and disseminates information to students, faculty and departments about changes in major requirements or University policies and adjusts advising strategies as appropriate.
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Coordinates and/or participates in the advising-related portion of new/transfer student and parent orientation sessions.
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Serves on University committees and makes recommendations that affect curriculum requirements, advising processes and program development and published materials.
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Coordinates data compilation, statistical reports and correspondence, depending upon the area of assignment.
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Participates in local and national professional associations by serving on planning committees and presenting at conferences and seminars.
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Significantly contributes to selection and training of new advising staff.
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May chair search committees for new hires in department, including both staff and faculty roles.
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Oversee and/or facilitate new programming communities for students with in their area, including but not limited to activities such as overseeing a mentoring program, student organizations, etc.
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May mentor academic advisors and participate in hiring, training and evaluating those employees.
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May represent department or area at campus-wide meetings and initiatives.
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The position is distinguished from lower level advising positions in that incumbents have responsibilities for program oversight, preparing and administering budgets and dealing with more complex advising-related issues.
This job description 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.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
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4 years of direct academic advising experience.
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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
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.
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