Director - Office of Academic Advising

Academic Advising Director

Primary Function:
Plans, organizes, and directs the Office of Academic Advising that serves undergraduate students with an emphasis on students in transition; administers and implements operations of University-wide academic advisement and course planning for new student orientation; directs programming for and advises new students, and students in transition; directs, trains, and evaluates Academic Advising advisors; and supports and coordinates with offices serving student success, persistence, and graduation.

Qualifications:

Master's degree in higher education administration, college student personnel, counseling, or related field; at least five years advising or related student success experience; excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; successful experience in developing productive working relationships with persons at all organizational levels and external constituencies; and ability to maintain confidentiality and contribute to fostering a collaborative team environment required. Understanding of student success, retention, persistence concepts, and college student transition theories;

management, administrative, or supervisory experience, including recruiting, mentoring, and developing staff; strong working knowledge of institutional policies, curriculum requirements, and student privacy policies; and academic advising experience in a higher education setting preferred.

Position Details:
Job Category:
Professional and Scientific Type of Position:
Regular Service

Schedule:

Calendar Year

Application Instructions:
All application materials received by July 13, 2026, will be given full consideration. Position will remain posted until filled. To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

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Compensation: $71,000 to commensurate pay grade: 121

Pay Basis:
Salary

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