Academic Advisor
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- Lincoln, NE
- $43,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Department College of Ag Sci & Nat Res-0787
Requisition Number S_240220
Posting Open Date 03/12/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 03/27/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of WorkAcademic advising is not just about course selection - it's about setting goals, being an advocate, and helping students get the most out of college.As an Academic Advisor, you will:
- Provide high quality academic advice and counseling regarding coursework and professional career opportunities for students in the undergraduate biochemistry and forensic science degree programs.
- Participate in activities to foster recruiting and retention of students in biochemistry, forensic science, and the college to include the preparation of a yearly report to track the graduates from these programs.
- Tuition remission for full-time employees and dependents
- Retirement plans with university match
- Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- A diverse and inclusive workplace
Minimum Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in science, education, or social science field plus experience in student development, advising, and/or recruitment.
- Demonstrated experience advising diverse student backgrounds in order to apply inclusive advising strategies for all students.
- Demonstrated advising using student information systems and technology platforms.
- Ability to learn and stay current of complex academic requirements, policies, and procedures.
- Excellent interpersonal and oral skills, writing skills, organization/time management skills, and computer skills.
- Ability to work as an effective team member.
- Two years related experience working in an educational setting with students is preferred, but not required.
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $43,000/yr 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 resume, cover letter and list of professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contactTina Ahrens
tahrens2@unl.edu
402-472-6846
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:
Appointment End DateSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Required DocumentsRequired Documents * Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References