Job Description

Academic Advisor

Posting Number: SP004769P
Division/College: Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment Management
Department: Academic Advising
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

Position Overview:

The University of Idaho Strategic Enrollment Management Division ( SEM ) assists students academically and financially to pursue their educational goals. We believe that learning never stops. University of Idaho can help learners continue their education face to face, online, while in high school, as a next step from secondary school, or for professionals who wish to continue to advance their education. SEM departments include: Admissions Processing, Admissions Recruitment, Academic Advising, Academic Support Programs, Career Services, Enrollment Management, International Programs Office, Military Programs, Registrar and Student Financial Aid Services.

The University Advising Services ( UAS ) unit is part of University of Idaho’s Strategic Enrollment Management ( SEM ) Division. UAS seeks to elevate the standard for excellence in academic advising by working collaboratively with students and the university community to engage in advising practices that are rooted in teaching, connection, accessibility and mutual respect in order to cultivate citizens engaged in their education and beyond. Our mission is to assist in the exploration and discovery of academic resources; educate students about university policies and procedures; promote engagement in high-impact opportunities, university life, and the community; and empower students to take ownership of their individual goals, decisions and achievements.

The Academic Advisor provides support and education to elevate students’ learning experience at the University of Idaho. The Academic Advisor fosters student success by building positive and professional student relationships and by implementing proactive strategies that help students fulfill their educational goals. The Academic Advisor will have content expertise in one or more college(s)/program(s) and will help students select courses and engage in opportunities consistent with their developing goals and interests. This position will also support students’ timely progress toward degree completion. Additional duties include, but are not limited to, providing information and clarification regarding university academic policies, creating rapport, and building academic advising relationships, and referring students to appropriate campus resources.

This position is expected to work collaboratively with university partners to ensure students have access to all campus support and enrichment opportunities.

Required Experience:

• Delivering student-centered customer service
• Presenting information clearly and concisely to individuals, small and large groups
• Compiling and analyzing information for leadership/administrative decisions
• Interpreting and applying standards and regulations

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree

Required Other:

• Must be eligible for membership in NACADA and UIACADA
• Willingness to travel and to work selected evenings and weekends

Additional Preferred:

Education:

• Degree or professional experience in a related discipline
• Master’s Degree

Demonstrated experience:

• Providing academic advising in a higher education setting
• Working successfully with students and colleagues
• Establishing and maintaining quality professional relationships
• Analyzing information to identify and define problems/alternatives and developing recommendations

Knowledge of:

• University of Idaho academic rules and regulations for undergraduate level advising
• Student development theory and advising best practices

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, complex ideas in a manner that adapts to student needs and to articulate program requirements to a variety of audiences, including students, parents, faculty and campus partners
• Display strong organizational skills in to successfully manage competing prioritizes
• Work independently and take initiative with new and existing projects
• Motivate, encourage and support students to recognize their potential and meet challenges

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• None

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $47,424 annually or higher depending on education and experience
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
FTE:

1

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 03/03/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is posted as open until filled, however, applications submitted on or before March 17, 2025 will receive priority consideration.

Position will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

Applicants:
Please use your letter of qualification to explain in detail how your work experience, skills, and abilities meet both the required and preferred qualifications as listed in the position description. Your letter of qualification will be used to demonstrate your communication and writing skills to determine your ranking among the other applicants for this position.

For resources about how to write a letter of qualification , please visit the HR website here: Applicant Resources – Careers | University of Idaho (uidaho.edu)
If you would like to view a full copy of the job description, please reach out to the search coordinator at delainas@uidaho.edu

Applicant Resources:
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

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The University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The University is committed to the policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status as protected under applicable federal, state or local law in employment or educational programs.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Local area, Visa sponsorship, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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