Weber State University
Academic Advisor I
🇺🇸 Ogden, UT
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $44K
💻 Academic Advising
🗓️ October 8th, 2025
NACADA
Edtech.com's Summary
Weber State University is hiring an Academic Advisor I for the John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics. The advisor provides academic guidance, maintains student records, and delivers accurate information to undergraduate students about majors, minors, course options, study abroad, and transfer credit within the Goddard School. This role also involves recruiting, retention efforts, administrative duties, and collaboration with academic departments and university committees.
Highlights
- Advise students on General Education and University graduation requirements using academic records and placement scores.
- Serve as initial contact for prospective students interested in Goddard School of Business & Economics (GSBE) programs.
- Plan academic programs for majors and minors through individual and group advising sessions, presentations, and communications.
- Evaluate student records for GSBE program admissions, including administering BSAD 2899 and ECON 2899 courses.
- Maintain knowledge of GSBE processes and university policies; participate in professional development including NACADA and Utah Advising Associations.
- Participate in recruitment events (Weber Welcome, Purple Carpet, Lunch with Leaders) and retention initiatives (Starfish flags, Bounce Back program, outreach to withdrawn students).
- Perform administrative tasks such as updating graduation maps, planning guides, processing exceptions, transfer appeals, and assisting with articulation agreements.
- Serve on university-wide and GSBE committees, including UAAC, curriculum, retention, and orientation teams.
- Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree, at least one year of full-time college employment in enrollment or student services, and proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
- Preferred skills include strong communication, ability to work collegially with diverse groups, critical thinking regarding policy application, and aptitude with SCT Banner, CatTracks, and other technological tools.
- Starting salary is $44,000 with a generous benefits package including medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefits, and paid leave.
- Candidate must pass a criminal background check and willingness to join professional associations.
Academic Advisor I Full Description
Academic Advisor
Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title | Academic Advisor I
Requisition Number | S02193P
Position Category | Staff
Campus Location | Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week | 40
Months per year | 12
Alternate work schedule |
Pay Grade | E31
Salary |
FLSA | Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function | The John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics provides quality education for career-oriented students. Degree programs may be found in the WSU catalog. The Academic Advisor provides a vital link for entering freshmen, declared majors, transfer, and returning students at the undergraduate level within the Goddard School.
This position provides academic advising services, maintains student records, and delivers accurate information and advice to students about all majors, minors, course options, study abroad, and transfer credit within the Goddard School of Business & Economics (GBSE).
Responsibilities of an Academic Advisor I include but are not limited to: Advising students about General Education, and University graduation requirements which include utilizing student placement scores and academic records regarding appropriate courses Serving as an initial point of contact for students interested in GSBE programs Advising current and prospective students on academic program planning for one or more majors and/or minors in GSBE. This advisement mostly occurs via in-person or virtual through individual appointments or drop-in hours but could include but not be limited to: group advising, email, presentations, etc. Evaluating records of students seeking admission into GSBE programs which includes administering BSAD 2899 & ECON 2899 Understanding and following all processes and procedures within GSBE & the Goddard School Advising Center. Making presentations to students, staff, and faculty regarding GSBE curriculum, processes, and procedures. Maintaining skills and knowledge needed to complete their responsibilities successfully which include but not limited to: active membership in National Academic Advising Association (NACADA), Utah Advising Associations (UAA), UAAC (University Academic Advisory Council), trainings available from Weber State University (WSU) and/or GSBE, other professional development opportunities as deemed appropriate by department, etc. Participate in recruitment efforts at both a University and GSBE level which include but are not limited to: Weber Welcome, Purple Carpet, Lunch with Leaders, outreach to newly admitted students, etc. Participate in retention efforts which include but are not limited to: Starfish (flags, Semester to Semester, etc.), Bounce Back program, outreach to students that have withdrawn, etc. Administrative duties such as but not limited to: up-dating Grad Maps, Planning Guide Flyers, and catalog copy on a yearly basis, processing exceptions in CatTracks, processing student program of study changes, creation of Financial Aid Plans, transfer of credit appeals, assist with articulation agreements as requested, etc. Serving on University-wide and GSBE committees as appropriate (e.g. UAAC, GSBE Faculty-Staff-Advising Collaboration, GSBE Curriculum, Retention, NSO, etc.)
Required Qualifications | Required: Bachelor’s degree One year of full-time college employment preferably in enrollment services (academic advising, registration, admissions, or financial aid), student services or the equivalent. Computer skills which include word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
Preferred Qualifications | Preferred: Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. The ability to work with a variety of personalities and backgrounds. The ability to work collegially with Goddard School academic departments, WSU academic advisors, and other people (WSU and external) is related to the position. The ability to be empathetic to student situations while maintaining academic integrity and adherence to accreditation requirements. The ability to retain knowledge concerning university and department policies, think critically and make appropriate judgment calls pertaining to the application and communication of university and department policies. The demonstrated ability and willingness to work with computer-related applications used in enrollment services. The ability and willingness to become a skilled user of SCT Banner, CatTracks and other technological tools upon which the University community will increasingly rely.
A successful candidate will be willing to |
Background Check? | Yes
Benefits Summary | WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Requisition Number | S02193P
Position Category | Staff
Campus Location | Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week | 40
Months per year | 12
Alternate work schedule |
Pay Grade | E31
Salary |
FLSA | Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function | The John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics provides quality education for career-oriented students. Degree programs may be found in the WSU catalog. The Academic Advisor provides a vital link for entering freshmen, declared majors, transfer, and returning students at the undergraduate level within the Goddard School.
This position provides academic advising services, maintains student records, and delivers accurate information and advice to students about all majors, minors, course options, study abroad, and transfer credit within the Goddard School of Business & Economics (GBSE).
Responsibilities of an Academic Advisor I include but are not limited to: Advising students about General Education, and University graduation requirements which include utilizing student placement scores and academic records regarding appropriate courses Serving as an initial point of contact for students interested in GSBE programs Advising current and prospective students on academic program planning for one or more majors and/or minors in GSBE. This advisement mostly occurs via in-person or virtual through individual appointments or drop-in hours but could include but not be limited to: group advising, email, presentations, etc. Evaluating records of students seeking admission into GSBE programs which includes administering BSAD 2899 & ECON 2899 Understanding and following all processes and procedures within GSBE & the Goddard School Advising Center. Making presentations to students, staff, and faculty regarding GSBE curriculum, processes, and procedures. Maintaining skills and knowledge needed to complete their responsibilities successfully which include but not limited to: active membership in National Academic Advising Association (NACADA), Utah Advising Associations (UAA), UAAC (University Academic Advisory Council), trainings available from Weber State University (WSU) and/or GSBE, other professional development opportunities as deemed appropriate by department, etc. Participate in recruitment efforts at both a University and GSBE level which include but are not limited to: Weber Welcome, Purple Carpet, Lunch with Leaders, outreach to newly admitted students, etc. Participate in retention efforts which include but are not limited to: Starfish (flags, Semester to Semester, etc.), Bounce Back program, outreach to students that have withdrawn, etc. Administrative duties such as but not limited to: up-dating Grad Maps, Planning Guide Flyers, and catalog copy on a yearly basis, processing exceptions in CatTracks, processing student program of study changes, creation of Financial Aid Plans, transfer of credit appeals, assist with articulation agreements as requested, etc. Serving on University-wide and GSBE committees as appropriate (e.g. UAAC, GSBE Faculty-Staff-Advising Collaboration, GSBE Curriculum, Retention, NSO, etc.)
Required Qualifications | Required: Bachelor’s degree One year of full-time college employment preferably in enrollment services (academic advising, registration, admissions, or financial aid), student services or the equivalent. Computer skills which include word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
Preferred Qualifications | Preferred: Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. The ability to work with a variety of personalities and backgrounds. The ability to work collegially with Goddard School academic departments, WSU academic advisors, and other people (WSU and external) is related to the position. The ability to be empathetic to student situations while maintaining academic integrity and adherence to accreditation requirements. The ability to retain knowledge concerning university and department policies, think critically and make appropriate judgment calls pertaining to the application and communication of university and department policies. The demonstrated ability and willingness to work with computer-related applications used in enrollment services. The ability and willingness to become a skilled user of SCT Banner, CatTracks and other technological tools upon which the University community will increasingly rely.
A successful candidate will be willing to |
Background Check? | Yes
Benefits Summary | WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date | 10/06/2025
Review Date | 10/20/2025
Job Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Notes to Applicant | NOTE: Unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $44,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. This position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin October 20, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/26646
Review Date | 10/20/2025
Job Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Notes to Applicant | NOTE: Unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $44,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. This position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin October 20, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/26646
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position | Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Physical Requirements of this position | Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. | Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. | None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Physical Requirements of this position | Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. | Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. | None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- jobs.weber.edu
- KSL
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Agency Referral
- Personal Referral
- Internal Job Posting
- Advertisement/Publication
- Other web advertisement
- Other
- * Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No. If yes, please enter your W# (W followed by eight numbers).
(Open Ended Question) - * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
- Yes
- No
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References with Contact Info
Optional Documents
- Philosophy Statement
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