University of Vermont
Academic Advisor
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Burlington, VT
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $52K - $55K
💻 Academic Advising
🗓️ July 8th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
- Provide academically focused advising services to Patrick Leahy Honors College students.
- Guide students through their academic journey and support personal and professional development.
- Require knowledge of higher education policies, academic requirements, and student development theories.
- Preferred experience with learning management systems and advising software such as Banner, Navigate, and Suitable.
- Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of experience in higher education or related fields.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for building rapport with diverse student populations.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for high-achieving students.
- Salary range is $52,000-$55,000 annually.
- Position is exempt, unionized (UVMSU), and eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
- Occasional evening and weekend work required, with a background check and probationary period for new hires.
Academic Advisor Full Description
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Posting Summary | The University of Vermont Patrick Leahy Honors College seeks a dynamic and student-focused individual to join the PLHC Team as an Advisor who will help build a vibrant residential college experience. The PLHC Advisor will be responsible for providing academically focused advising services to PLHC students, guiding them through their academic journey, and supporting their personal and professional development. This position requires a passion for working with highly motivated students, a deep understanding of academic opportunities, and the ability to foster a supportive and inclusive community.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of experience in higher education, counseling, student affairs, or related field. Experience working in academic advising, preferably in a college or university setting. Knowledge of higher education policies, academic requirements, and student development theories. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse student populations. Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for high-achieving students. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and student needs.
Desirable Qualifications | Experience with learning management systems and advising software is preferred (e.g. Banner, Navigate, Suitable).
Anticipated Pay Range | $52,000-$55,000
Other Information |
Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Background Check required for this position
FLSA | Exempt
Union Position | Yes, UVMSU
Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Open Date | 07/07/2025
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) | 07/27/2025
Open Until Filled | No
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
Posting Number | S5667PO
Department | Honors College/58100
Position Number | 00026117
Employee FTE | 1.0
Employee Term | 12
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