PT Academic Advisor

The Academic Advisor provides proactive, student-centered guidance to help Snow College students achieve their educational, career, and personal goals. Advisors support student success through individualized academic planning, fostering a sense of belonging, and connecting students with campus resources. This position plays a critical role in student retention, completion, and overall satisfaction at Snow College.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Problem-solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, student affairs, or related field.
• Experience in academic advising, student services, or higher education.
• Knowledge of student development theory and best practices in advising.
• Familiarity with degree audit systems, case management tools, and student information systems.

• Part-Time, professional position with some evening or weekend commitments during peak advising times.
• Collaborative office environment with opportunities to engage in professional development.
• Commitment to Snow College’s mission of fostering student success, belonging, and completion.

• Provide holistic academic advising to students, including course selection, degree planning, and transfer preparation.
• Assist students in exploring academic and career goals while helping them understand college policies, degree requirements, and opportunities.
• Support students in developing essential success skills such as time management, study strategies, and self-advocacy.
• Proactively identify and reach out to students who may be at risk academically or personally, providing resources and support.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and student support services to ensure students have access to holistic resources.
• Maintain accurate advising records and use college technologies (e.g., student information systems, degree audit tools, case management systems).
• Participate in orientation, registration events, and workshops to support new and continuing students.
• Contribute to college-wide initiatives that promote retention, persistence, and completion.
• Stay informed on institutional, state, and national trends in higher education advising and student success.

Snow College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator.