Academic Advisor II
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, University Professor, Academic Advising & Student Services
Posting Number: S15855P
Working Title:
Academic Advisor II
Department: ENGR-Experiential Prg & Outrea
About the University of Georgia:
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.
The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department:
The College of Engineering at the University of Georgia is one of the fastest growing programs at UGA and one of the fastest growing public colleges of engineering in the nation. Since our founding in 2012, enrollment in the College of Engineering has grown to over 2,400 students. Students and faculty alike are attracted to our setting in a comprehensive, land-grant, research institution that's consistently ranked among the 20 best public universities in the nation.
Our rapidly expanding engineering program focuses on opportunities for learning, discovery and innovation at the confluence of disciplines.
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Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type:
Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time:
Full Time
- This is a full-time position on the main Athens campus.
- Standard business hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Advertised Salary: $54k + based on experience
Posting Date: 10/06/2026
Open until filled:
Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 11/01/2026
Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area
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Position InformationClassification
Title:
Academic Advisor II
FLSA:
Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
- Completion of UGA's Academic Advising Certificate Program preferred.
- Experience working with SAGE , Degree works, Athena, and other advising software utilized by the University of Georgia/ USG institutions.
This Academic Advisor II position within UGA's College of Engineering supports incoming and current Engineering undergraduate students in their academic pursuits. The Academic Advisor II position:
- Advises students, providing targeted support related to student decision-making, exploration, and development.
- Develops strategies for enhancing rapport with students and campus partners.
- Maintains accurate records and utilizes existing records to inform advising practice.
- Speaks knowledgeably about campus resources and makes proactive and direct referrals based on individual students' situations, needs, and interests.
- Intentionally manages time and calendar to ensure accessibility to students.
- Understands and communicates requirements, policies, procedures, and the use of student-facing technologies…
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