Academic Advisor

Department

Compensation

General Description/Primary Purpose

The primary purpose of academic advisor to support and guide students throughout their academic journey. Academic advisors play a crucial role in enhancing student success and ensuring a positive and productive educational experience. Academic Advisors serve as a resource to all prospective and current students within the College (undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and graduate).Academic advisors are required to be familiar with overall Department of Education and Board of Trustees policies and procedures that govern the matriculation process (e.g., general education, Gordon Rule, transfer admissions requirements, registration processes, class scheduling, graduation, etc.)as well as appropriate student referral sources (e.g., academic support services, career services) to facilitate student success.

Job Function

• Provide individual and group academic advising across all modalities including in person and via phone and virtual platforms, as appropriate.
• Assist in limited access admission program, where applicable.
• Assist in probation and suspension decisions and other scheduled administrative functions associated with the academic calendar as needed.
• Assist in program reviews and provide college data as needed.
• Prepare productivity reports.
• Assist in the development of programs that increase persistence rates of undergraduate students while tracking and enhancing graduation rates.
• Recommend and provide input on academic policies and procedures that impact student persistence and graduation rates.
• Assist with NCAA compliance regulations pertaining to advising.
• Serve as a resource and student liaison to academic department chairpersons, the Dean’s office and other student support service departments on campus (e.g., Enrollment Services, Dean of Students, Graduate School, Career Services, other UNF advising offices).
• Assist in the development and distribution of marketing materials describing offerings across undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Represent the College at various recruitment events throughout the year.
• Develops procedures for performing a variety of complex duties within established guidelines; has considerable freedom while the work is in process and receives instructions on new assignments.
• Assist director with writing, training, and administering policy and procedures for academic advising.

• Maintains the confidentiality of student records
• Initiates contact with students, faculty, and staff of the university on an “as needed” basis. Contact with parents, potential students, and partners in the community as appropriate.
• May be asked to assist in the development of recruitment plans for undergraduate and graduate programs.
• May be asked to serve on College or University committees, as appropriate.
• During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job related duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence.

• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Departmental Requirements

The Academic Advisor position requires exceptional self-motivation and interpersonal skills. Must possess a professional demeanor and be receptive to change as the university and department grows. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.

Please note that the placement of this position within a specific college is determined by the director and not subject to individual discretion. The following are required documents.

Please upload ALL DOCUMENTS to your application to be considered for this position. These documents are for review.

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter/Letter of Interest

3. Statement of Advising Philosophy

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.