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University of Florida

Academic Advisor II

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $51K - $55K

💻 Academic Advising

🗓️ August 28th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

University of Florida is hiring an Academic Advisor II for the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering. The role entails providing developmental advising to first-year engineering students, collaborating with faculty and staff to enhance student success, and participating in various advising councils and university programs.

Highlights
  • Advise and coach first-year engineering students, focusing on retention and academic success.
  • Collaborate with departmental advisors, staff, and university programs to support students.
  • Engage students and families through orientation and ongoing advising sessions.
  • Manage probation processes and provide referrals to campus resources for internships and jobs.
  • Participate actively in Engineering Undergraduate Advising Council and University of Florida Undergraduate Advising Council.
  • Analyze advising data and contribute to assessment and reporting efforts, including ABET accreditation.
  • Required qualifications: Master's degree in education, counseling, or related field with one year of relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree with two years of experience.
  • Preferred qualifications: experience with undergraduate advising, presentation skills, knowledge of UF regulations, and strong communication skills.
  • Salary range: $51,000-$55,000, commensurate with education and experience.
  • Responsible for developing materials and leading student engagement initiatives within the College of Engineering.