Academic Advisor

Academic Advisor
Posting Number
req20913
Department
Karl Eller Grad School of Mgmt
Department Website Link
eller.arizona.edu/programs/mba
Location
Main Campus
Address
1130 E Helen St, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA
Position Highlights
The Academic Advisor I will have the primary responsibility to advise graduate students in the Online MBA program, from matriculation through graduation. The Eller MBA Online MBA is a top 10 program which offers significant flexibility in coursework and this brings considerable need for academic advising. This role will provide highly responsive advising to support individual student's academic and career goals, addressing course selection, academic performance, and successful degree completion. This is an in-person position, located at the MBA office.

We celebrate the diversity of our students and are working to increase diversity among our faculty and staff. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We believe diversity enriches us all, expands our understanding, and allows us to create better solutions.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision
insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid
vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for
the employee and qualified family members; state and optional
retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and
more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Academic Advising (80%)

• Provide individualized academic advising to Online MBA students, delivered in virtual meetings, phone conversations, and occasionally face-to-face appointments.
• Assist students in determining educational plan and guide academic decisions including course selections.
• Monitor academic progress, confirming satisfactory progress toward degree completion, ensuring fulfillment of degree requirements.
• Advise students who experience academic difficulty and guide toward appropriate campus resources for assistance.
• Develop rapport and establish trust with students on an individual basis in order to best serve their needs.
• Use University systems and maintain records and advisor notes.
• Maintain knowledge of regulations and policies that impact students' educational options.

Student Programming (10%)

• Contribute to the development of programs that promote student engagement and serve the diverse student population.
• Assist students in successfully assimilating and thriving in the online learning environment as it contributes to academic success, retention and positive experience.

Administrative Projects (10%)

• Facilitate presentations and workshops which support academic success.
• Support leadership by compiling data for program assessment and reporting.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• One year of relevant work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous academic advising, or other experience in higher education or student services.
• Work experience in a related field.

FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Student Services
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
$42,282 - $52,851
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
5
Career Stream and Level
PC1
Job Family
Academic Advising
Job Function
Student Services
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
11/25/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Amanda Mancini

Open Date
10/18/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.