Academic Advisor I

University of North Carolina Charlotte

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Jun 11, 2025

Academic Advisor I

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

Position Information

General Information

Position Number	003833
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Working Title	Academic Advisor I
Position Designation	EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year	12
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm
Hours per week	40
FLSA Status	Exempt
Division	Academic Affairs
Department	College of Engineering (Col)
Work Location	Smith
Salary Range	$55,000
Primary Purpose of Department	The purpose of the Office of Student Development and Successes' first-year advising team in the Lee College of Engineering is to help achieve the College of Engineering's goals of advising retaining and graduating students. All advisors are responsible for assisting students in academic exploration, registration, and negotiating academic policies and resources.
Primary Purpose of Position	The Academic Advisor in the College of Engineering, Office of Student Development and Success, provides advising services for first-year engineering students.
Summary of Position Responsibilities	The Academic Advisor in the Lee College of Engineering's Office of Student Development and Success will assist first-year students in their educational goals. Advisors must have the ability to work autonomously in a complex, team-oriented academic office with a significant advising caseload. The following list provides examples of the most typical duties for the advisor position. Provide academic advising to first-year students majoring in the Lee College of Engineering. Assist with new student orientation Advise students individually and/or in groups regarding Major course requirements, course selection, academic policies and procedures, and academic resources. Collaborates with OSDS advising team for assessing and instructing first-year College of Engineering students on academic skills strategies Track and intervene with students who have received multiple Early Alerts to assist them in adopting strategies for academic success. Guide the understanding and sequencing of academic requirements, navigating academic policies and procedures, developing long and short-term goals, preparing for course selection and registration, and monitoring academic performance and degree progression. Coaches, monitors, and advises students experiencing academic difficulty and/or those on academic probation Teaches seminars on skills and related topics for academic success Participates as a member of the Engineering Program for Academic Support and Success (EPASS) student intervention team and related efforts
Minimum Education/Experience	Education: A master's degree in academic advising, student services, higher education, engineering, or a related field is required. Experience: 2+ years of experience involving student services in a higher education setting.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience	The candidate must also be attentive to detail, possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize while multi-tasking, and manage tasks in an efficient and timely manner. Excellent communication and interpersonal problem-solving skills are a must. Ability to interact effectively with advisees, staff, and faculty required. A viable candidate must comprehend and abide by federal and university student confidentiality requirements. Proficient use of computers (Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is necessary. A working knowledge of BANNER, Starfish, and DegreeWorks is a plus.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
Special Notes to Applicants	The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the *finalist. Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.* Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Posting Open Date	06/11/2025
Posting Close Date	06/22/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Proposed Hire Date	07/15/2025
If time-limited please indicate appointment end date
Contact Information

Posting Specific Questions

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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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Do you have a Master's Degree in Academic Advising, Student Services, Higher Education, Engineering or related field?
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Do you have 2+ years of experience involving student services in a higher education setting?
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Contact Information for References

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