Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

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.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree a related area plus three years experience in academic advising, guidance and counseling or equivalency; demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required.

Master’s degree and significant supervision and advising experience preferred.

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. Provides advising services to a diverse student population by performing the duties of an Academic Advisor.
7. Develops, monitors and conducts educational seminars and workshops for students.
8. Coordinates outreach activities with two-year institutions within the State of Utah.
9. Develops and prepares advising materials, such as training manuals, brochures, handouts, general information summaries and newsletters.
10. Works with information technology departments to support advising programs and services.
11. Participates in local and national professional associations by serving on planning committees and presenting at conferences and seminars.

Problem Solving

This position requires extensive knowledge of University-wide policies and procedures and requirements of multiple academic programs in order to interpret complex policies and effectively communicate the information in an easily understood manner. Incumbents regularly exercise independent judgment when assessing program and student needs and determining appropriate courses of action to address those needs.

Comments

The position is distinguished from lower level advising positions in that incumbents have responsibilities for managing staff, preparing and administering budgets and dealing with more complex advising-related issues. Incumbents also possess a full range of professional knowledge and experience, which allows them to work independently with less supervision and review.

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.