Academic & Admissions Advisor

Why Work at BYU  

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.”

 

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.

Job Description

Academic & Admissions Advisor

This position provides academic and admissions advisement to prospective and current, FlexGE, Bachelor of General Studies (BGS), Visiting Students (VS), concurrent high school, and post-baccalaureate students. This position provides comprehensive support for these students, many of whom are at a distance. This includes responding to initial requests; admitting students to the program; helping them set and achieve academic goals; providing ongoing motivation, direction, and support; and helping them prepare for graduation. This position also carries out daily department operations and special assignments such as participating in the FlexGE and/or BGS financial assistance committee and gathering information from BGS capstone submissions for program assessments. Requires work in both Provo and Salt Lake.

What You’ll Do In This Position

Academic Advisement

• Provides academic advisement consistent with the standards and expectations set by national organizations and BYU advisement councils. Advises prospective students (and their family members) considering admission to FlexGE or BGS including admission criteria for domestic and international students, Honor Code expectations, and other educational opportunities more suited to the student circumstances, e.g., Salt Lake Center, Bachelor of General Studies, Independent Study, or BYU Pathway, local community college or university.
• Advises students admitted to CE Classroom Programs (and their family members) about academic assistance, guidance through the registration procedures, exploration of career goals, informal credit transfer analysis, and other capacities related to the BYU advisement mission.
• Ensures quality and currency of advisement regarding curriculum, transfer planning, admission, development of educational plans consistent with students’ life and career goals.
  
  

Admissions Advisement

• Determine students’ eligibility for admissions into the, FlexGE, BGS, or VS programs.
• Determine if one of the FlexGE, BGS, Visiting Student programs is a good fit for students’ educational and career goals.
• Assist students working to become eligible to the program in creating a plan for admissions (including those on BYU academic warning, probation, dismissal)
  
  

Assist with Department Operation

• Process student registration eligibility annually.
• Produce and send necessary letters, flyers, and emails to students.
• Maintain student files and records.
  
  

Inter-campus Collaboration / University Citizenship

• Work with Graduation Evaluation, Transfer Office, and college advisement centers in efficiently filling course requirements with substitutions and transfer courses.
• Participate in Division of Continuing Education and University committees involving advisement and student issues.
• Recommend office policies and procedures to be in compliance with university regulations.
  
  

Special Assignments

• Chair or participate in financial assistance committees and scholarship award processes
• Assist program administrator with training and supervision of student advisors.
• Act as backup for the other full-time staff advisors and program administrator.
  
  

Required

What qualifies you for this role:

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years advisement or other relevant experience OR
• Advisement certification (or equivalent graduate coursework)
  
  

Preferred

• Master’s degree
  
  

What We Offer In Return

In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays 22 days paid vacation 12 sick days, accrued annually
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long-term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness Program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
  
  

Pay Level: 51

Compensation Range

Actual compensation based on education and experience

$58,656.00 - $74,426.00

Required Documents

All staff positions require a resume with an optional cover letter.

Refer to the Job Description for any additional required documents.

Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!