Academic Advisor I

Academic Advisor I

Open Date  | 07/23/2025
Requisition Number  | PRN42634B
Job Title  | Academic Advisor I
Working Title  | Academic Advisor I
Job Grade  | D
FLSA Code  | Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code?  | No
Standard Hours per Week  | 40
Full Time or Part Time?  | Full Time
Shift  | Day
Work Schedule Summary  | 8:00am-5:00pm
VP Area  | Academic Affairs
Department  | 00158 - Coll of Architect & Plan-Dean
Location  | Campus
City  | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment  | External Posting
Pay Rate Range  | $48,000-57,000
Close Date  | 10/23/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)  | 08/06/2025

Job Summary 
The mission of the College of Architecture + Planning is to nurture a culture of discovery, design and innovation in our designed world rooted in an ethic of care, and community. CA+P is guided by four principles known by many as the “4R’s” (Responsibility, Resilience, Respect, and Response). These four commitments are game-changers that suggest that care is the ethical imperative of our professions; demanding new modes of thinking and doing to transform the world into a better place.

The College of Architecture + Planning cares deeply for the success of all students and seeks an academic advisor that is sensitive to the needs of diverse students to manage their assigned caseload of students in the Games program, develop support services, collaborate with departments and faculty to prepare students for the undergraduate majors, and provide academic advising for the undergraduate population.

Responsibilities 
Meets with undergraduate students in caseload (approximately 250-330) to provide information and guidance on academic-related issues, such as graduation requirements and exceptions, major exploration, course planning and registration, transfer credit evaluation/substitution or advanced degree requirements. Facilitates students’ academic progress by evaluating their needs and developing appropriate educational plans. Makes referrals for students who need assistance with overcoming learning obstacles, specialized tutoring, extended or intensive assistance with career decisions or similar needs. Meets with Chair and/or designee (faculty leaders) in the Division of Games to communicate, share information, and collaborate to devise creative solutions to best support the experience, success, retention and graduation of undergraduate students. Actively engages in campus-based professional development communities, including but not limited to “UAAC or other relevant campus-based organizations that advances direct skills in academic advising.” Develops and presents education programs designed to supplement or enhance academic preparedness. Collects and disseminates information to students, faculty and departments about changes in major requirements or University policies and adjusts advising strategies as appropriate. Coordinates and/or participates in the advising-related portion of new/transfer student and parent orientation sessions. Coordinates and/or participates in outreach activities with two-year institutions within Utah; specifically with Salt Lake Community College as we have an articulation agreement with their architecture program. Ensures processes and procedures are followed to facilitate the entry of transfer students into college programs. Provide assistance in the recruitment process and activities to support prospective students as they navigate the admissions application process. Perform other duties as assigned when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications  | Bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences  | Previous academic advising experience or related student support services experience.

Type  | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary  | Apply by 8/06/25 for priority consideration.

Additional Information  
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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