Academic Advisor II, College of Science (Multiple Positions)

Academic Advising Student Development Duties: Presents academic and program information to new first-year and transfer students and their guests at New Student Orientation and processes students for readmission. Guides students through academic planning, degree requirements, and university policies. Applies transfer credits from other academic institutions to student’s degree programs (based on established articulation rules and precedents). Builds meaningful relationships through proactive advising and individualized student support. Supports orientation, retention, and graduation initiatives. Identifies or evaluates options for students who must petition for an exception to a course or program requirement; makes approved adjustments to students’ programs of study. Monitors academic progress of students utilizing existing dashboards and reports; identifies current and potential needs or problem areas (e.g., study skills, tutoring) and connects students with campus resources that promote academic success and well-being. Assesses students’ stage of development (academic, career, and personal) to promote academic growth by recommending suitable developmental tasks and engagement opportunities. Helps students identify pertinent internships, club involvement opportunities, and volunteer opportunities. Advising Program Additional Student Support: Provides input to the department on student achievements for award considerations or on student barriers encountered during advising sessions. This information may be used by various departmental undergraduate committees. In collaboration with leadership, may assist with leading seminars, workshops, and other activities/events for student onboarding, building community, academic recovery, student engagement, graduation, and/or student retention as time allows. Administrative: With leadership, may update materials to help students more easily navigate their degree paths, such as four-year plans and course checklists. Assists with manual enrollment into department courses, including research, preceptorships, and internships for university credit. Processes degree audit worksheets for students planning to graduate. May have College signatory authority on degree audit worksheets. May assist with the planning and implementation of college and department events. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Demonstrated commitment to student success and the mission of higher education. Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships. Ability to adapt to changing priorities, collaborate effectively, and learn across multiple scientific disciplines. Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. Demonstrated ability to foster an engaging and welcoming experience for every student.