Senior Academic Advisor

Position Introduction:

The Senior Academic Advisor for Online Undergraduate Academic Advising provides comprehensive student-centered academic advising and holistic support for OU Online students at the University of Oklahoma. This unit supports adult learners enrolled in fully online undergraduate programs who are returning to higher education to complete their bachelors degrees while balancing academic goals with work family and financial responsibilities. The Senior Academic Advisor guides students from admission through graduation in partnership with OU Educational Services (OUES) and the academic units to support timely degree completion and high-quality academic experiences. The Senior Academic Advisor reports to the Director of Academic Advising.

The field of academic advising affords individuals opportunities for career progression based on professional experience and knowledge of the field. The Senior Academic Advisor demonstrates a level of leadership that is reflected in the assignment of specific responsibilities.

All Academic Advisors at the University of Oklahoma receive comprehensive training that is guided by the highest professional standards in the field and reflect the NACADA Academic Advising Core Competencies Model. Academic Advisors are provided opportunities for professional development and career advancement that are self-directed and encompass the wide offerings of the profession.

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Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree.
• Minimum of 36 months of experience as a full-time Academic Advisor in higher education.

Department Preferences:

• Masters degree in academic advising higher education administration student development or counseling preferred.