STEPS Academic Advisor

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University of Kentucky is hiring a STEPS Academic Advisor. The advisor will provide one-on-one guidance to students on course selection, registration, university policies, and degree requirements, while monitoring their academic progress to support timely degree completion. Additionally, the advisor will participate in orientations and advising conferences throughout the academic year.

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Provide direct advising to students on course selection, registration, and academic issues.
Interpret and explain university and college policies and degree requirements.
Assist students in identifying skills, interests, and career options.
Monitor student progress toward degree completion considering current and prior coursework.
Support multiple orientations and advising conferences annually.
Required skills include communication, analytic, and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred qualifications: Master's degree and at least 1 year of related experience.
Works within the University Advising department.
Compensation ranges from $22.81 to $26.23 per hour.
Position is full-time, temporary with a 40-hour work week, primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

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Job Title	STEPS Academic Advisor
Requisition Number	TE09056
Department Name	1B240: University Advising
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Salary Range	$22.81 - $26.23/hour
Type of Position	Temporary
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Physical Requirements	Sitting for long periods of time.
Shift	40 hours per week; Mostly Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Job Summary	The STEPS Academic Advisor will work with students through direct one-on-one advising, including but not limited to: Providing information on course selection and registration Interpreting and explaining university and college policies and degree requirements Assisting students to identify skill interest and career options Advising students on academic-related issues specific to that individual student The STEPS Academic Advisor will regularly monitor student progress toward degree, considering current coursework, as well as any previously earned credit to assist the student with maintaining timely degree completion. In addition to these responsibilities, the STEPS Academic Advisor will assist with multiple orientations/advising conferences throughout the academic year.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Communication, analytic and problem solving skills
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	We prefer a Master’s level degree and at least 1 year of related experience.
Deadline to Apply	09/26/2025
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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Job Title	STEPS Academic Advisor
Requisition Number	TE09056
Department Name	1B240: University Advising
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Salary Range	$22.81 - $26.23/hour
Type of Position	Temporary
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Physical Requirements	Sitting for long periods of time.
Shift	40 hours per week; Mostly Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Job Summary	The STEPS Academic Advisor will work with students through direct one-on-one advising, including but not limited to: Providing information on course selection and registration Interpreting and explaining university and college policies and degree requirements Assisting students to identify skill interest and career options Advising students on academic-related issues specific to that individual student The STEPS Academic Advisor will regularly monitor student progress toward degree, considering current coursework, as well as any previously earned credit to assist the student with maintaining timely degree completion. In addition to these responsibilities, the STEPS Academic Advisor will assist with multiple orientations/advising conferences throughout the academic year.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Communication, analytic and problem solving skills
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	We prefer a Master’s level degree and at least 1 year of related experience.
Deadline to Apply	09/26/2025
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Describe the significance of an academic advisor to an undergraduate student.
(Open Ended Question)
* How can academic advisors improve success outcomes for their students?
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

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Resume

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Cover Letter

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STEPS Academic Advisor

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Student Services Specialist 1

Coordinator, Student Success Initiatives

Senior Academic Adviser

Assistant Director, Student Services - Honor Code

Assistant/Associate In Advising