Advising Dean, College of Arts and Sciences

Academic Advising Dean – Role Overview

The College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Virginia is seeking to fill the role of Academic Advising Dean to advance its investment in undergraduate advising. Academic Advising Deans are senior‑level advisors who provide specialized services for undergraduate students in the College, handling complex matters such as academic warning or suspension, coordinating university resources, processing appeals to academic decisions, and supporting students in crisis.

Each semester, Advising Deans oversee the academic audit to identify students in potential jeopardy and help them develop a plan toward graduation. Advising Deans also teach in the College’s General Education curriculum, especially the Engagements series which introduces first‑year students to the liberal arts through cross‑disciplinary seminars.

• Serve as advising dean for a designated caseload of students through proactive outreach, support, and education. Develop a rapport of trust and accessibility with assigned students. Ensure accurate advice and quality support, contributing to persistence and a positive student experience.
• Interpret College and University policies relevant to academic progress and degree requirements.
• Use a variety of technical platforms to document student interactions, assess academic requirements and progress to degree, and make referrals to partner groups across the Grounds.
• Develop a plan for academic progress for students flagged by the academic audit and at academic risk.
• Monitor student progress and develop graduation plans in partnership with individual students. Provide information regarding curriculum, policies, procedures, opportunities, and guidelines for academic programs.
• Evaluate student needs and provide appropriate resource referrals to career, academic, counseling, and student life resources and opportunities.
• Support students through educational transition processes (e.g., orientation, exploration, transfer, transition, and graduation).
• Recommend actions related to academic warning, suspension, and dismissal of students. Identify opportunities for high‑performing student engagement and goal attainment.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and training to maintain up‑to‑date knowledge about advising concepts, practices, policies, technologies, and student success needs at the university and in higher education.
• Function as a member of the College advising team to ensure the proper workflow and outcomes of the unit.
• Liaise between the College and University offices focusing on student affairs to ensure student service functions are performed consistently.
• Provide academic advising to facilitate students’ successful and timely educational planning and degree completion in alignment with their educational and career goals.

• A terminal degree is required, preferably in the liberal arts & sciences.
• Five years of relevant experience.

• Salary: $81,000.
• Position does not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
• Primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers, with occasional travel to attend meetings and programs.
• Location:
  
  UVA Grounds, Charlottesville, VA.
• Exempt-level, benefited position requiring in‑office presence.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.