Academic Advisor - Academic Advising & Exploration Center

Overview

Position Title:

Academic Advisor - Academic Advising & Exploration Center
Job Category:
Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)
Job Profile:
Academic Advisor

Academic Advising (85%)

• Assist students with program planning, general course selection, registration, and schedule review
• Engage students in decision making processes and promote appropriate and responsible choices on academic matters such as course selection and degree requirements
• Refer students to appropriate campus resources which could support their success and engagement with the campus community
• Counsel students on academic probation, receiving academic alerts, and/or identified as being at risk to succeed
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate student records and processes and respond to academic inquiries according to established institutional and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) policies

Department Representation (5%)

• Participate in SOAR days, Warhawk Preview/Admitted Days, and other campus events by presenting about the services available in the AAEC
• Coordinate with assigned colleges/departments to ensure AAEC staff are updated on curricular changes or opportunities

Miscellaneous (10%)

• Serve on department, division, or university committees
• Perform other duties as assigned

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary of $45,000 commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications. UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.

• Bachelor's degree WITH minimum three years of professional higher education experience in a student-facing and/or student support role required.
• Experience in teaching, training, and/or presenting to diverse populations.

• Master’s degree (or enrollment in a Master’s degree program)
• Demonstration of excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of People Soft and EAB Navigate.

• Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Name and contact information for three professional references

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at  or hr.

Applications received by May 13th, 2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee.