Academic Advisor

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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Academic Advising (80%)

• Provide individualized academic advising to Online MBA students, delivered in virtual meetings, phone conversations, and occasionally face-to-face appointments.
• Assist students in determining educational plan and guide academic decisions including course selections.
• Monitor academic progress, confirming satisfactory progress toward degree completion, ensuring fulfillment of degree requirements.
• Advise students who experience academic difficulty and guide toward appropriate campus resources for assistance.
• Develop rapport and establish trust with students on an individual basis in order to best serve their needs.
• Use University systems and maintain records and advisor notes.
• Maintain knowledge of regulations and policies that impact students' educational options.

Student Programming (10%)

• Contribute to the development of programs that promote student engagement and serve the student population.
• Assist students in successfully assimilating and thriving in the online learning environment as it contributes to academic success, retention and positive experience.

Administrative Projects (10%)

• Facilitate presentations and workshops which support academic success.
• Support leadership by compiling data for program assessment and reporting.

• Bachelor's degree required.
• One year of relevant work experience required.

• Previous academic advising, or other experience in higher education or student services.
• Work experience in a related field.