Academic Advisor I - 527476

Tuscaloosa, AL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $44200 - Midpoint: $55300 (Salaried E6)

Department/Organization: 206103 - Clvrhse Col of Bus Student Services

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy

Job Summary: The Academic Advisor I provides guidance to University students on academic progress courses University resources etc. Identifies courses to be completed in upcoming semesters. Explains University and College policies. May teach compass course as needed.

Additional Department Summary: This position advises undergraduate students daily to discuss academic personal and pre-professional concerns registration and degree progress using a variety of reporting tools and maintenance of appropriate records. Academic Advisor II will oversee various coordinating responsibilities programs and activities for undergraduate students in the college. This position advises students with a focus on exploration goals adjustment and first year concerns. Academic Advisor II will meet with prospective students and parents providing guidance and information on the college its majors campus life and student involvement. This position will provide assistance with new student orientation.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree or higher.

Skills and Knowledge: Demonstrates sensitivity to needs of a population from various backgrounds. Excellent oral and written communication skills including public speaking. Advising with a focus on exploration adjustment and student success. Ability to interpret student needs and determine appropriate recommendations and referrals. Knowledge of the theory principles and practices related to academic advising. Ability to collaborate with various campus partners.

Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree is preferred due to the responsibilities of this position. Relevant experience with Banner and DegreeWorks. Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression pregnancy age genetic or family medical history information disability protected veteran status or any other legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. EEO is the Law Poster

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