Academic Advisor II
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Education
Posted on May 9, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Academic Advisor II
Requisition Number
RE45299
Working Title
Department Name
7E000:College of Nursing
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$43,361-69,383/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Long periods of sitting and/or standing
Shift
Days, Monday – Friday
40 hours/week
Job Summary
The College of Nursing seeks outstanding applicants for Undergraduate advising as it is a part of the learning mission of the University. This position will be responsible for academic advising for about 250 BSN students. These duties include, but are not limited to priority registration advising, following-up on probationary students, mid-term grade evaluation, coordinating with Nursing faculty and students during the semester and in follow-up, and facilitating appeals for students who face dismissal from the program.
Advisors will present the curriculum required for each part of a degree as well as fully explain the rationale of the courses and assist students in integrating the degree requirements as one part of a student's overall career plan. This position provides firm information about degree programs within the College so that students are equipped to make more informed decisions as they begin as first-year, transfer or exploratory and move through each year of study. Provide all exploratory students options within the College and outside the College by recommending key resources and individually guiding these students within the decision making process. Undergraduate advising is one key component within our collaborative and vast amount of resources all working towards student success including learning, retention and graduation.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The qualified candidates will demonstrate or have proven the ability to: work independently and seek help when necessary; have good judgement; use excellent verbal and written skills; effectively manage time for successful completion of projects/meeting deadlines; adapt as necessary in the unpredictable environment of student life. And our number 1 priority is to provide excellent customer service.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
05/19/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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 (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Academic Advisor II
Requisition Number
RE45299
Working Title
Department Name
7E000:College of Nursing
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$43,361-69,383/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Long periods of sitting and/or standing
Shift
Days, Monday – Friday
40 hours/week
Job Summary
The College of Nursing seeks outstanding applicants for Undergraduate advising as it is a part of the learning mission of the University. This position will be responsible for academic advising for about 250 BSN students. These duties include, but are not limited to priority registration advising, following-up on probationary students, mid-term grade evaluation, coordinating with Nursing faculty and students during the semester and in follow-up, and facilitating appeals for students who face dismissal from the program.
Advisors will present the curriculum required for each part of a degree as well as fully explain the rationale of the courses and assist students in integrating the degree requirements as one part of a student's overall career plan. This position provides firm information about degree programs within the College so that students are equipped to make more informed decisions as they begin as first-year, transfer or exploratory and move through each year of study. Provide all exploratory students options within the College and outside the College by recommending key resources and individually guiding these students within the decision making process. Undergraduate advising is one key component within our collaborative and vast amount of resources all working towards student success including learning, retention and graduation.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The qualified candidates will demonstrate or have proven the ability to: work independently and seek help when necessary; have good judgement; use excellent verbal and written skills; effectively manage time for successful completion of projects/meeting deadlines; adapt as necessary in the unpredictable environment of student life. And our number 1 priority is to provide excellent customer service.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
05/19/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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 (*).
- * How many years experience do you have in academic advising in higher education (ex: counseling, student life, education)?
- None
- More than 0, up through 2 years
- More than 2 years, up through 4 years
- More than 4 years, up through 6 years
- More than 6 years
- * How many years of relevant academic work do you have? (ex. counseling, student life, education)
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * How many years experience do you have in a customer service related position (ex: counseling, student life, education)?
- None
- More than 0, up through 2 years
- More than 2 years, up through 4 years
- More than 4 years, up through 6 years
- More than 6 years
- * Describe your experience, if any, with University academic program administration/coordination.
(Open Ended Question) - * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
