Academic Advisor I

🇺🇸 Omaha, NE 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ July 10th, 2026

NACADA

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Nebraska Omaha is hiring an Academic Advisor I. The role involves advising UNO students, providing guidance to support their educational and professional goals, assisting with course recommendations, evaluating transfer credits, and supporting retention and student success efforts while collaborating on departmental projects.

Highlights

Manage assigned caseload and provide personalized academic advising from admission through graduation.
Evaluate transfer and academic credits to facilitate timely degree completion.
Monitor student retention and progress, fostering persistence and engagement.
Support and coach students facing academic difficulties and provide appropriate referrals.
Conduct new student onboarding and recruit prospective students through events and meetings.
Participate in strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives within the unit and campus.
Engage in university committees and professional development, including involvement with NACADA.
Required education: Bachelor’s degree; preferred: Master’s degree and experience in advising, recruitment, or student assessment.
Work schedule varies; position is full-time, exempt, and requires on-site presence (no remote work).
Compensation is commensurate with experience and paid annually.