Academic Advisor II

Academic Advisor II

Job Title:

Academic Advisor II

Department Name:
University Advising

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 44

Salary Range: $44,/year

Type of Position:
Staff

Position Time Status:
Full-Time

Required

Education:

MA

Required Related

Experience:

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification:
None

Physical Requirements:

Sitting/standing at workstation for extended periods; and lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects.

Shift: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm with some evening and weekend work on an as needed basis

Job Summary:

The Academic Advisor II will work with students through direct one-on-one advising, including but not limited to providing information on course selection and registration, interpreting and explaining university and college policies and degree requirements, assisting students to identify skill interest and career options, and advising students on academic-related issues specific to that individual student. The Academic Advisor II will regularly monitor student progress to degree, considering current coursework, as well as any previously earned credit to assist the student with maintaining timely degree completion.

In addition to these responsibilities, the Academic Advisor II will assist with multiple orientations/advising conferences throughout the academic year.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - No

Our University Community:
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination.

The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.

These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Required Documents:
Resume, Cover Letter