Sr. Advisor- EC Intended Majors

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Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials by June 5, 2025 for full consideration of application materials. However, screening will continue until the position is filled. The application packet should include a cover letter detailing how the applicant's credentials and experience meet the needs, responsibilities, and qualifications of the position and current resume, and contact information for professional references. All applicants must apply online at https://www.ugajobsearch.com. Nominations, questions and/or other inquiries should be directed to Jennifer Eberhart, jteber@uga.edu, Search Committee Chair.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

The primary responsibilities of the Academic Advisor in the Exploratory Center are to meet with assigned students either in person or virtually, provide each student with accurate information about the student's intended degree program, make recommendations about course selection for upcoming semesters, generate advising forms detailing these recommendations, and maintain notes about these meetings. Advisors maintain consistent contact with their students, maintain accurate student records and respond in a timely manner to questions from their students.

Advisors assist students with referrals to other units at UGA, including tutoring, services, and other forms of academic assistance. Advisors are expected to have full knowledge of resources that support students in areas other than their academic life and to refer students to appropriate individuals and offices as needed. This Senior Advisor position is required to perform a combination of the following duties, based on the business needs of the office: advisement of a combined roster of Intended Business, Intended Grady, or Undecided/Exploring students; office level administrative tasks; office representation through liaison work with campus partners; advisor training and professional development leadership; and supplemental administrative tasks for new student orientation programming and advising.

Regular attendance at weekly staff meetings is mandatory and workshop attendance is also an expected part of the position. Advisors should be available to work at new student orientation sessions from May through August, as well as those conducted in December and January.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Advising Students:
Meet with Intended major students, or Undecided/Exploring students as needed, in person or virtually to recommend courses for the next semester, prepare advising forms, answer student questions, maintain thorough advising notes about appointments and other contact with students, and direct students to appropriate resources on campus. This involves extensive prep time and proficiency with various campus systems, software and resources. Demonstrate a perspective that genuinely appreciates, understands, supports and effectively accommodates individuals with a wide range of professional and academic experiences.

Administrative Time:
Answer student and staff emails, and maintain accurate records of student appointments, referrals, and academic progress. Work on administrative tasks, as assigned, in areas that may include but are not limited to: campus partner liaison work, advisor training and advisor training material creation; new student orientation administration and programming; advising roster management. A high level of independent work is expected.

Student Drop-in Advising:
Answer student questions in person or virtually during drop-in hours.

Attend staff meetings and optional training sessions offered on campus. This can include, but is not limited to, the Certificate in Academic Advising and other campus training to maintain and enhance the experience for individuals with a wide range of professional and academic experiences. Other duties, as assigned, to meet the business needs of the office.