Academic Advisor

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Title

Position Title Academic Advisor I

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S02184P

Position Category

Position Category Staff

Campus Location

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week 40

Months per year

Months per year 12

Pay Grade

Pay Grade E31

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Individual will provide academic advisement to students majoring within the Lindquist College of Arts & Humanities. Academic advising includes assisting students with admissions processes, providing information on financial aid options, advising on academic program requirements (including General Education requirements), university, college and departmental policies and procedures, and academic career planning.

The Academic Advisor will help students resolve challenges regarding enrollment, retention, persistence to graduation and refer students to other WSU support services to help them achieve their academic and career goals. This individual will assist in various student recruitment and orientation events at the university, college and departmental level (e.g. Purple Carpet Events, Major Fest, Block Party, etc.), and is expected to work closely with the World Languages and Cultures Department, the Arts & Humanities Career Counselor and to assist other members of the advising team and dean’s office staff as assigned.

The Advisor is expected to participate in the University Academic Advising Council ( UAAC ) and may be asked to serve on various university, college and departmental committees. Advisor may be asked to contact students flagged in the Starfish early alert system by phone or email in coordination with the Advising Coordinator during Starfish retention initiatives. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required.

Required:

• One year full-time college employment experience, preferably in enrollment services (academic advisement, registration, admissions or financial aid), student services or the equivalent.
• Proficiency with computer applications including word processing, email, Internet, and spreadsheets.
• Spanish fluency

Seeking applicants with the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Experience with career and/or internship advising
• Strong verbal and written communication, listening, record keeping, and information management
• Familiarity with technological tools such as Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar) and Adobe.

A successful candidate will be willing to

Background Check? Yes

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Job Open Date 09/30/2025

Review Date 10/14/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

The annual salary for this position starts at $44,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications.

The position comes with a generous benefits package.

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