Senior Academic Advisor

University of Arizona

Tucson, AZ

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Academic Advice, Academic Affairs, Administrative Skills, Continuous Improvement, Data Entry, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Regulations, Requirements Management, Time Management, University/School Policies, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Tucson, AZ
POSTED
6 days ago
  • Serve as the lead advisor for the department''s undergraduate advising team, providing leadership, guidance, and coordination for advising operations while delivering comprehensive academic advising to prospective and current undergraduate students.
  • Advises students on the development and implementation of comprehensive academic plans, guiding course selection, degree progression, major and minor exploration, and alignment of educational goals with career aspirations.
  • Monitor academic progress, interpret university and departmental policies, and help students navigate academic challenges by referring them to appropriate campus resources as needed.
  • Evaluate transfer credits, review degree audits to verify fulfillment of degree requirements, assess graduation eligibility, and support initiatives that promote student retention, academic success, and timely degree completion.
  • Work collaboratively with department faculty and staff, the College of Engineering Academic Affairs Office, and campus partners to support the administration of the undergraduate curriculum.
  • Prepare and submit curriculum updates, new course proposals, and course modifications; maintain degree requirements; and

ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.

  • Work closely with the department''s Graduate Advisors to support students participating in the Accelerated Master''s Program (AMP),

providing coordinated advising that facilitates a successful transition from undergraduate to graduate study and ensuring students understand and meet both undergraduate and graduate program requirements.

  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of advising services by developing and refining advising processes, identifying opportunities to enhance the student experience, and supporting the department''s commitment to academic excellence and

student success.

  • Routinely provides input regarding student data such as enrollment and retention data.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

  • Knowledge of academic advising principles and practices
  • Knowledge of University academic policies, procedures, curriculum requirements
  • Strong interpersonal relationship building skills with ability to work effective with students, faculty, staff and campus partners
  • Excellent verbal and written skills
  • Ability to interpret and apply policies, regulations, and degree requirements
  • Knowledge of University of Arizona UAccess
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

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