Academic Advisor Pittsburgh, PA

The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences and the College of General Studies (CGS) have openings for academic advisors to work with declared majors in the Department of English. We seek positive conscientious student-centered individuals to help prepare students for lives of impact by connecting them with educational experiences tailored to their specific goals and needs. Academic advisors work with students from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives and with a broad range of academic interests that intersect. Examples include: transfer students adult/non-traditional students students from underrepresented backgrounds and students at various stages in the academic decision-making process. We ask applicants to discuss experiences working with these student groups in your cover letter. Academic advisors help students identify academic and career goals and assist with appropriate course selection degree planning and co-curricular exploration. Academic advisors connect students to helpful resources and services and monitor degree order to deliver a high level of student service within dynamic and changing environments academic advisors continually build on a foundation of advising theory and practice. Academic advisors will participate in and assist with the planning and implementation of unit and/or University-sponsored activities including but not limited to: retention and outreach efforts internal working groups/committees prospective student programs graduation review onboarding programs for new students and remediation efforts for students experiencing academic difficulties. Academic advisors use various software packages and platforms to fulfill these responsibilities and must be able to adapt to new technologies without sacrificing quality. Academic advisors must be committed advocates for a diverse student body and successfully build and foster inclusive relationships with students and colleagues. This position requires patience flexibility energy and a sincere desire to assist students. Excellent organization communication skills timeliness cooperation collaboration and accuracy are essential. Successful candidates must demonstrate the ability to prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous demands inclusive of balancing a sizeable caseload of students with administrative creative and/or project driven responsibilities. An ability to understand and appreciate the perspectives of various communities including communities of color is a must. Bachelors or Masters degree in English preferred.

Job Summary
Utilizes advanced advising knowledge theory and practical experience to serve as an academic liaison for students to identify academic and career goals select appropriate courses and plan for degree attainment. Manages small to medium-sized moderately complex projects.

Essential Functions
The Academic Advisor must be able to use a computer and keyboard and be able to use video communication technology (Skype Zoom Teams etc.). Work is frequently conducted by email telephone in-person or using video communication technology. The ability to communicate in a clear and concise fashion is essential.

Physical Effort
This position is generally sedentary within an office setting but the ability to travel around campus is occasionally necessary. Also must be able to pick-up and carry 25 pounds.


The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.


Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Advisor II
Job Family Academic & Student Services
Job Sub-Family Academic Advising
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Masters Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 2
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8:30 AM 5:00 PM
Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range $45000 to $50000 annually
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume Cover Letter
Optional Documents Not Applicable