The Academic Advisor II is a full-functioning academic advising professional who serves as a resource for College of Science students, faculty, staff and community.

Duties/Responsibilities

• For current UAH students, the Academic Advisor II:
• Is available to meet with students in person or virtually, 6 or more meetings per day.
• Is available for “Walk-in” advising appointments.
• Actively listens and provides individual service and assistance during advising appointments. Is fluent in accessing and using UAH student centered software including my.uah.edu, UAH Course catalog, Degree Works, Banner, and Google Suite.
• Is knowledgeable about majors and minors in the College of Science, and guides students in accordance with their interests using UAH student centered software.
• Is conversant with UAH courses, including Charger Foundations, and applies transfer credits, AP/IB credits, and placement exams to a student's advantage.
•  Assists students with course registration using Schedule Planner software and other relevant registration methods.
• Monitors student progress through creating, maintaining, and updating a personalized long-range plan for each student.
• Analyzes each student's long-range plan: Includes reviewing each student's transcript, Degree Works profile, and tracking their overall degree progress. This analysis also considers each student's academic and socio-economic circumstances.
• Updates student information using Native Banner software to reflect accurate degree information. This may include adding/removing degree attribute codes such as Pre-Health, or Double major as needed.
• Displays sensitivity in addressing the unique and sometimes complex learning and socioeconomic needs of students.
• Communicates regularly with Department chairs and faculty across UAH to assist students in getting their questions answered.
• Is familiar with and directs students to UAH resources such as Career Services, Student Health Center, and the Student Success Center.

For prospective UAH Students an Academic Advisor II:

• Is available to meet with prospective students in person or virtually, and is available to for “Walk-in” advising appointments.
• Presents College of Science degree information and answers questions during weekly prospective student visits scheduled through the UAH Office of Admissions.
• Advises students during COS orientation sessions.
• Helps prepare prospective student materials including reviewing and updating presentations, and creating informational folders provided to each prospective student.
• Conversant with UAH courses, including Charger Foundations, and applies transfer credits, AP/IB credits, and placement exams to the student's advantage.

For Reporting an Academic Advisor II:

• Reviews reports including Failed pre-requisites, Course Program of Study (CPOS), and non-registered students at least three times a year.
• Reviews the override request form and enters overrides as needed.
• Communicates with students who appear on reports and assists them so they can be successful and continue to pursue their degrees.
• Adjusts a student's Degree Works profile as needed to assist students with their Financial Aid concerns.
• Identifies students who may benefit from academic assistance to reach good standing (i.e., a 6th course repeat, a late withdrawal, etc.).

For Outreach and Events an Academic Advisor II:

• Participates in outside activities including Discovery Days, Charger Preview events, and Week of Welcome as requested.
• Assists in First year experience (FYE)/Charger Success presentations related to Degree Works and GPA.

For Professional Development an Academic Advisor II:

• Is an active member of the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA).
• Attends 1 NACADA conferences a year.
• Serves as a resource and support to other academic advisors within same or other UAH colleges.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of full-time verifiable Academic Advising work experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and Google Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks.
• Must be able to work flexible hours.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree is preferred
• Experience in higher education academic environment.
• Experience working in a University setting.

Salary: $41,000 - $42,500

Qualified candidates must utilize the provided link to complete and submit a university employment application for consideration.
https://careers.uah.edu/cw/en-us/job/501461/academic-advisor-ii