What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advising Dean position at The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia?
Academic Advising Deans will model a culture of student-centered approaches to advising. Most academic Advising Deans work with a general population of students, but they may be assigned to a specialized portfolio of students, such as athletes, veterans, transfers or Echols scholars. Academic Advising Deans will be expected to participate in professional development activities and will also mentor early-career advisors and act as a resource to faculty and/or departments seeking guidance on various issues. Advising Deans in the College of Arts & Sciences have a demonstrated commitment to the Liberal Arts and Sciences, an ability to understand the College curriculum and an ability to help students navigate academic policies. Critically, advising deans demonstrate an empathetic and student-centered approach to support students' intellectual and emotional development. The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Serve as advising dean for a designated caseload of students through proactive outreach, support, and education. Develop a rapport of trust and accessibility with assigned students. Ensure accurate advice and quality support, contributing to persistence and a positive student experience.
- Interpret College and University policies relevant to academic progress and degree requirements.
- Use a variety of technical platforms to document student interactions, assess academic requirements and progress to degree, and make referrals to partner groups across Grounds
- Develop a plan for academic progress for students flagged by the academic audit and at academic risk.
- Monitor student progress and develop graduation plans in partnership with individual students. Provide information regarding curriculum, policies, procedures, opportunities, and guidelines for academic programs.
- Evaluate student needs and provide appropriate resource referral to career, academic, counseling, and student life resources and opportunities.
- Support students through educational transition processes (ex. orientation, exploration, transfer, transition, and graduation.)
- Recommend actions related to academic warning, suspension, and dismissal of students. Identify opportunities for high-performing student engagement and goal attainment.
- Engage ongoing professional development and training to maintain up-to-date knowledge about advising concepts, practices, policies, technologies, and student success needs at the university and in higher education.
- Function as a member of the College advising team to ensure the proper workflow and outcomes of the unit.
- Liaise between the College and University offices focusing on student affairs to ensure student service functions are performed consistently.
- Provide academic advising to facilitate students' successful and timely educational planning and degree completion in alignment with their educational and career goals.
Minimum Requirements
Qualified candidates must have a terminal degree and five years of relevant experience.
About the Position
The salary for this position is $81,000. This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
This position is located on the UVA Grounds in Charlottesville, VA. This is an exempt-level, benefited position; learn more about UVA Benefits. This position requires in office presence.
Application Timeline
This position will remain openuntilfilled. Review of applications will begin April 21, 2026.
How to Apply
Applicants not employed at UVA please apply through the UVA job board; current employees please search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website and complete an application. Complete an application with the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.
Reference Check Process
Please note that finalists will be asked to provide alist of professional references.The selected applicant will pass a criminal background check.
About UVA and the Community
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Contact
For questions about the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Academic Recruiter.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
Salary : $81,000