What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor I position at The University of Alabama?
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $44,200 - Midpoint: $55,300 (Salaried E6)
Department/Organization: 209317 - Early College
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evenings & weekends as necessary.
Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.
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: Provides the academic advising of all UA Early College students. Develops each student’s annual plan of study. Oversees approval of academic plans. Ensures that students enroll in appropriate academic courses. Coordinates communication between appropriate UAEC faculty and staff, UAEC parents, and high school personnel. Maintains appropriate database systems and records. Assists in marketing, recruiting, and coordination of delivery of UA Early College programs and services.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher.
Skills and Knowledge: Ability to plan, develop, and administer academic advising. Exceptional interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work with various groups of high school-age students and educators. Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in education, instructional technology, communications, or business. One (1) year of work experience in K-12, higher or continuing education, or technology. Experience with database management. Experience with customer relationship management systems. Experience with UA systems (i.e. Banner, SARS).
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 EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
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