Academic Advisor I/II

Academic Advisor I/II The University of Alabama in Huntsville in Huntsville, AL Type: Full-Time Posted: 04/10/2024 Category: Academic Advising Job No: 500766 Work Type: staff full-time exempt Location: Alabama Categories: Academic Affairs Purpose of the Position: The Academic Advisor I/II will serve as a resource for College of Science students, faculty, staff and community.
Duties/Responsibilities Meeting with students in person or virtually, 8 or more meetings per day and being available for "Walk-in" advising appointments.
Actively listening and providing individual service and assistance during advising appointments and through email exchanges.
Becoming or displaying proficiency in accessing and using UAH student centered software including my.
uah.
edu, UAH Course catalog, Degree Works, Banner, and Google Suite.
Becoming knowledgeable about majors and minors in the College of Science, and guide students in accordance with their interests using UAH student centered software.
Becoming conversant with UAH courses, including Charger Foundations, and applies transfer credits, AP/IB credits, and placement exams to a student's advantage.
Assisting students with course registration using Schedule Planner software and other relevant registration methods.
Monitoring student progress through creating, maintaining, and updating a personalized long-range plan for each student.
Analyzing each student's long-range plan at least twice a year (January/May/September).
Includes reviewing each student's transcript, Degree Works profile, and tracking their overall degree progress.
Updating student information using Native Banner software to reflect accurate degree information.
Displaying sensitivity in addressing the unique and sometimes complex learning and socioeconomic needs of students.
Gaining familiarity with and directing students to UAH resources such as Career Services, Student Health Center, and the Student Success Center.
Reviewing reports including failed pre-requisites, Course Program of Study (CPOS), and non-registered students three times a year.
Reviewing the override request form and entering overrides as needed.
Communicating with students who appear on reports and assists them so they can be successful and continue to pursue their degrees.
Adjusting a student's Degree Works profile as needed to assist students with their Financial Aid concerns.
Identifying students who may benefit from academic assistance to reach good standing (i.
e.
, a 6th course repeat, a late withdrawal, etc.
).
Meeting with prospective students in person or virtually, and being available to for "Walk-in" advising appointments.
Advising students during COS orientation sessions.
Participating in outreach activities which may include Discovery Days, Charger Preview events, and Week of Welcome.
Assisting in First year experience (FYE)/Charger Success presentations related to Degree Works and GPA.
Becoming an active member of the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) and attending 1 conference a year as possible for professional development.
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education & years of experience.
0-2 years or more of full-time verifiable Academic Advising work experience or experience working in an educational or office setting.
Proficiency with MS Office tools and Google Suite Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks Ability to work flexible hours.
Desired Qualifications: Master's degree is preferred Experience in higher education academic environment.
Published Salary (if available): $40,000 - $42,500 UAHuntsville is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Related Searches: Academic Advising