Academic Advisor II

Job title:

Academic Advisor II

Company

University of Arizona

Job description

Academic Advisor II
Posting Number req20790
Department Computer Science
Department Website Link https://www.cs.arizona.edu/
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position HighlightsThe Department of Computer Science seeks candidates for Academic Advisor II (Academic Advising Professional II). The Academic Advisor will support undergraduate students in our majors and minors in computer science and artificial intelligence.. The Academic Advisor is a critical member of the Academic Services Office which provides service and support to over 1500 undergraduates (and growing!), 100 graduate students, and 29 faculty members. Academic Services staff strive to uphold the highest professional standards and are dedicated to working in the best interest of the students. Visit our department website for more information about our team.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; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please .
Duties & ResponsibilitiesStudent advising and advising related tasks:

• Assesses individual students’ stage of development (academic and career) and promotes their growth by determining suitable developmental tasks.
• Evaluates use of transfer credit and determines whether or not degree requirements have been met.
• Supports students in establishing realistic and attainable academic and career goals.
• Assists undergraduate students in determining educational plans, choosing courses, and exploring majors, minors, and career options.
• Identifies educational and career options appropriate for each student and assists student with evaluating each option, including possible outcomes and their implications.
• Counsels students on options to satisfy degree requirements.
• Monitors students’ academic progress, determines satisfactory progress toward degree, and assists students in developing a plan for completion of the program requirements.
• Identifies current and potential needs or problem areas (e.g., study skills, tutoring, course offerings, workshops).
• Advises students with academic difficulty on development of an academic action plan, and refers students to appropriate campus resources for assistance as needed.
• Using University systems, maintains student files and records and advisors notes.
• Maintains knowledge of regulations and policies that impact students’ educational options.
• Completes degree audit checks for graduating students.
• Collaborates with advising team, advisor lead, and director to plan, develop, and present student support programming (workshops, informational sessions, webinars, etc.) and regular department/college events (new student, transfer, and international student orientations, meet your major fair, recruitment, student visits).
• Consults with advising team, advisor lead, and director on highly complex or unusual situations.

Assists with the major admissions process.Non-advising related service to the department, aligned with department mission, vision, and goals:

• Has ability and knowledge to serve as a representative of the advising team and/or staff on department, college, and/or university committees.
• Represents department at recruitment and transfer student events.
• When needed, helps support processes related to the undergraduate program including wait-list management, course enrollment, and/or coordination of new student and transfer orientations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3 years of academic advising experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Previous experience with student development, activities, and engagement.
• Experience with word processing and spreadsheet software programs and applications and student management databases like PeopleSoft/UAccess.

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 $47,356 – $59,195
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade 6
Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our and our .
Grade Range Minimum $47356
Grade Range Midpoint $59195
Grade Range Maximum $71034
Career Stream and Level PC2
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 10/14/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Debra Armand-Cade,
darmandcade@cs.arizona.eduOpen Date 10/3/2024
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.
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Expected salary

$47356 – 59195 per year

Location

Tucson, AZ

Job date

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 05:41:12 GMT

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