Academic Advisor
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- Lincoln, NE
- $43,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Department College of Education & Human Sciences-0910
Requisition Number S_240289
Posting Open Date 03/28/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 04/12/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of WorkPerforms all duties related to advising undergraduate students through their program(s) of study. Maintains degree audit files. Position serves as liaison with College of Education & Human Services and University committees and between faculty and students. Assists in recruitment and retention efforts.The College of Education and Human Sciences respects people, ideas, voices and perspectives. Diversity strengthens our ability to problem solve and build more equitable and inclusive solutions for complex challenges.The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See .
Minimum Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, human science, human relations, liberal arts, communication, psychology, or other field in which human interaction is an integral focus.
- Two years of demonstrated experience working with students in 1:1 or group advising settings. Master's degree may substitute for two years of experience.
- Experience must demonstrate an ability to learn and stay current on complex academic requirements, policies and procedures, and software that support the functions of advising.
- Must have demonstrated organizational, time management, and strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations required to apply inclusive advising strategies.
- Master's degree in education, counseling, human sciences, liberal arts or related field preferred.
- Presentation skills including the development and dissemination of materials and workshops related to advising and recruitment desirable.
- Prefer ability to communicate effectively with large groups and possess a general understanding of admissions, retention, and graduation requirements.
- Experience working with advising software programs including, but not limited to, student information systems helpful.
- Experience with College/university level students.
- Experience providing with academic and/or social support for first generation, low-income, and/or minority college students.
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $43,000 minimum
How to ApplyClick on “Apply for this job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contactCameya Ramirez-Rousseau
cramirez2@unl.edu
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date: As soon as possible.
Appointment End DateSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Required DocumentsRequired Documents * Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References