Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Autonomously advises a diverse population of students regarding their academic planning and progress by utilizing professional advising and guidance skills. Designs, implements, oversees and evaluates advising programs that contribute to the academic advising mission of the institution. Utilizes professional advising and guidance skills to assess diverse needs of students and provide appropriate advice related to academic planning and progress leading to graduation.

This position will assist the University in promoting a climate of respect and equity that cultivates and sustains transformative practices by forging spaces of possibility where people feel safe, valued, welcomed, and respects all students in their quest for individual success through degree programs, certificates, majors, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (1 year of education is equivalent to 2 years’ experience).
• 4 years of direct academic advising experience.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Establishes program direction and objectives, prepares and administers budget and manages available resources (e.g., money, space, staff, supplies, etc.).
2. Assesses needs of students and adjusts the structure of the program to address those needs.
3. Provides significant input and assists in the formulation of overall University advisement policies and procedures.
4. Assists in the selection, supervision and evaluation of lower level advising and support staff.
5. Serves on various University committees to initiate change and to resolve issues related to academic services and curriculum requirements.
6. Actively participates in campus-based professional development communities including but not limited to "UAAC or other relevant campus-based organizations that advances direct skills in academic advising." Duties include leadership roles, committee chair, etc
7. May provide advising services to a diverse student population by performing the duties of an Academic Advisor.
8. Develops, monitors and conducts educational seminars and workshops for students.
9. Oversee and/or facilitate new programming communities for students with in their area, including but not limited to activities such as overseeing a mentoring program, student organizations, etc.
10. Coordinates outreach activities with two-year institutions within the State of Utah.
11. Develops and prepares advising materials, such as training manuals, brochures, handouts, general information summaries and newsletters.
12. Works with information technology departments to support advising programs and services.
13. Participates in local and national professional associations by serving on planning committees and presenting at conferences and seminars.

Comments

Some travel may be required.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. 

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.