Loyola University Chicago
ACADEMIC ADVISOR
🇺🇸 Chicago, IL
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $50K - $55K
💻 Academic Advising
🗓️ June 30th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Loyola University Chicago is hiring an Academic Advisor for the School of Social Work. The role involves preparing academic plans for MSW students with varying timelines and entry points, leading group advising sessions, assisting students with academic performance issues, and supporting students during probation or grievance processes.
Highlights
- Prepare multiple academic plans for MSW students in different programs and timelines.
- Schedule and lead group advising sessions for semester registration preparation.
- Create advising templates for new academic programs and specializations.
- Assist students in meeting academic performance conditions and provide resources during difficulties.
- Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Advising on probation cases and grievance resolutions.
- Master's degree in Social Work required; LSW licensure preferred.
- One to two years of related experience in academic settings.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and advising-related software.
- Excellent interpersonal, cultural competency, conflict management, and problem-solving skills.
- Annual salary range between $50,000 and $55,000.
ACADEMIC ADVISOR Full Description
ACADEMIC ADVISOR
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As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
Job Title | ACADEMIC ADVISOR
Position Number | 8101410
Job Category | University Staff
Job Type | Full-Time
FLSA Status | Exempt
Campus | Chicago-Water Tower Campus
Department Name | SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
Location Code | SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK (02800A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? | No
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares Academic Plans for MSW students. This includes multiple program plans for students in varying programs who have different time lines for completing the program and who enter at different points, requiring specialized planning. Schedules and leads group advising sessions for students in preparation for semester registration. Prepares advising templates for new academic programs and specializations within the degree program. Assists students with meeting conditions of academic performance. Provides resources and advising plans for students experiencing personal or academic difficulties in the program. Works with the Assistant Director of Advising for students on probation; Works with students filing a grievance to resolve grade disputes, dismissal decisions, etc. Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience | Master’s degree in Social Work. One to two years of related experience.
Qualifications | LSW licensure preferred. One to two years of related experience in an academic setting. Ability to make effective presentations to various groups, both internal and external to the SSW. Possess excellent interpersonal, customer relations and team development skills, including cultural competency, conflict management and problem solving skills.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses | LSW licensure preferred.
Computer Skills | Proficient computer skills. Microsoft Office . Other advising related software. Adept of e-mail and other office automation systems.
Supervisory Responsibilities | No
Required operation of university owned vehicles | No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? | No
Physical Demands | None
Working Conditions | None
Open Date | 04/24/2025
Close Date |
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate | $55,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate | $50,000/ann
Special Instructions to Applicants | As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
About Loyola University Chicago
Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting | https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/32703
Position Number | 8101410
Job Category | University Staff
Job Type | Full-Time
FLSA Status | Exempt
Campus | Chicago-Water Tower Campus
Department Name | SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
Location Code | SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK (02800A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? | No
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares Academic Plans for MSW students. This includes multiple program plans for students in varying programs who have different time lines for completing the program and who enter at different points, requiring specialized planning. Schedules and leads group advising sessions for students in preparation for semester registration. Prepares advising templates for new academic programs and specializations within the degree program. Assists students with meeting conditions of academic performance. Provides resources and advising plans for students experiencing personal or academic difficulties in the program. Works with the Assistant Director of Advising for students on probation; Works with students filing a grievance to resolve grade disputes, dismissal decisions, etc. Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience | Master’s degree in Social Work. One to two years of related experience.
Qualifications | LSW licensure preferred. One to two years of related experience in an academic setting. Ability to make effective presentations to various groups, both internal and external to the SSW. Possess excellent interpersonal, customer relations and team development skills, including cultural competency, conflict management and problem solving skills.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses | LSW licensure preferred.
Computer Skills | Proficient computer skills. Microsoft Office . Other advising related software. Adept of e-mail and other office automation systems.
Supervisory Responsibilities | No
Required operation of university owned vehicles | No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? | No
Physical Demands | None
Working Conditions | None
Open Date | 04/24/2025
Close Date |
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate | $55,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate | $50,000/ann
Special Instructions to Applicants | As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
About Loyola University Chicago
Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting | https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/32703
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Masters degree in Social Work?
- Yes
- No
- In Process
- * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?
(Open Ended Question) - * How does your personal values align with Loyola University Chicago's mission and values?
(Open Ended Question) - * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
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- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
Loyola University Chicago | Information: (773) 508 - 6000
1032 W Sheridan Rd | Chicago, IL | 60660
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1032 W Sheridan Rd | Chicago, IL | 60660
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