Academic Advisor I 528078

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $44200 - Midpoint: $55300 (Salaried E6)

Department/Organization: 206601 - Info Systems/Statistics/Mgt Science

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary: The Academic Advisor I provides guidance to University students on academic progress courses University resources etc. Identifies courses to be completed in upcoming semesters. Explains University and College policies. May teach compass course as needed.

Additional Department Summary: Advises undergraduate students with academic schedules registration and degree progress issues. Meets with prospective students and parents providing guidance and information on the college its majors campus life student involvement etc. Provides assistance with new student orientation. Represents the college at recruiting events.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree or higher.

Skills and Knowledge: Demonstrate sensitivity to needs of a population from various backgrounds. Excellent oral and written communication skills including public speaking skills. Advising with a focus on exploration adjustment and student success. Ability to interpret student needs and determine appropriate recommendations and referrals. Knowledge of the theory principles and practices related to academic advising or ability to gain knowledge in these areas. Ability to collaborate with campus partners. Computer skills to include word processing spreadsheet and/or database management. Good planning coordinating and organizing skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to read and interpret policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree preferred due to the responsibilities of this position. Relevant experience with Banner and DegreeWorks are highly desired.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity :The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOCs Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegalposter.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority