Sr. Academic Advisor
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
- Please include, in your cover letter, your views on the relationship between academic advising and envisioning universities as a places of possibility.
- There are two job postings (PRN42310B PRN42309B) for one open position. Applicants’ experience will be evaluated to determine if they are qualified for Academic Advisor 2 or Sr. Academic Advisor level.
Open Date | 06/26/2025
Requisition Number | PRN42309B
Job Title | Sr. Academic Advisor
Working Title | Exploration Advisor- Sr. Academic Advisor
Job Grade | E
FLSA Code | Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No
Standard Hours per Week | 40 Hours
Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time
Shift | Day
Work Schedule Summary | Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
VP Area | Academic Affairs
Department | 00301 - Navigate Hub - Explore
Location | Campus
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment | External Posting
Pay Rate Range | $60,000- $63,000
Close Date | 08/01/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) | 07/15/2025
Job Summary
The Navigate Hub for Exploring Students at the University of Utah promotes a transformative undergraduate experience by advocating for and empowering undeclared students as they explore, decide, and declare majors aligned with their academic and professional goals. We serve as the academic home for undeclared students.
The Front Line Advising Team aims to provide high quality advising to every undeclared student and empower them with the knowledge and confidence to create a unique undergraduate journey, and ultimately, identify a major to progress towards graduation. Exploration Advisors will be fully trained in all areas of exploratory advising, particularly students in their first year of study, students experiencing academic difficulty and/or not making progress to degree.
These advisors will support the work of the Navigate Hub for Exploring Students by fostering strong relationships with campus and college partners, serving as General Education Liaisons, and advocating for undeclared students through assigned committees. Exploration Advisors serve as curricular experts with deep knowledge of General Education and Baccalaureate Degree Requirements and will be trained on introductory coursework for all majors.
Responsibilities
Advises undeclared undergraduate students in areas including major exploration and decision-making, academic standards, milestone advising, transfer and new student orientation, and university policies Facilitates students’ academic progress by evaluating their needs and developing appropriate educational plans. Makes referrals for students who need assistance with learning differences, specialized tutoring, extended or intensive assistance with career decisions or similar needs. Maintains students’ academic files that include a record of the advising activity that takes place during each visit and makes appropriate referrals through Navigate In collaboration with other members of the Front Line Advising Team, uses data analytics platforms to ensure consistent tracking of and communication with exploratory students. Serves as a general education liaison for undeclared students who are seeking an evaluation or petition for general education and baccalaureate degree requirements Assists in comprehensive reviews of student transcripts to identify challenges hindering progress toward graduation Represents the Navigate Hub for Exploring Students by serving as a liaison to 2-3 colleges to keep informed on curricular and advising changes Supports Quest classroom visits by leading group Strong Interest Inventory interpretations Actively participates in one of the following advising focused committees based on interest and fit: Late Withdrawal, Suspension Appeal, Advisor Development, Major Exploration, or Milestone Advising May plan and participate in professional development related to Major Exploration for campus advising partners Other duties as assigned which may include advising special populations, class presentations, assessment, professional development activities, internal and external committees This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). 4 years of direct academic advising 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 | Experience working with exploring students.
Type | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Please include, in your cover letter, your views on the relationship between academic advising and envisioning universities as a places of possibility.
There are two job postings (PRN42310B PRN42309B) for one open position. Applicants’ experience will be evaluated to determine if they are qualified for Academic Advisor 2 or Sr. Academic Advisor level.
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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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- * How many years of academic advising experience do you have?
- Less than 2 years
- 2-4 years
- 4 years or more
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References
Optional Documents
- Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
- Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
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