What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor position at The University of North Carolina Greensboro?
Position Type
Administration - Staff
Position Eclass
EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The School of Health and Human Sciences (HHS) at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro seeks an Academic Advisor to join a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to helping students identify their academic and professional goals as they embark on successful careers in the areas of health and human sciences. Professional advisors in the School of HHS Advising Center help coach, mentor, and advise students with a focus on personal, academic, and professional success as they move toward graduation and beyond. This position is a 12-month, EPA non-faculty position that will report to the Director of Advising for Health and Human Sciences.
Position Summary
The Academic Advisor functions as a case manager and advocates for School of Health and Human Sciences students as they navigate through college and life. Much of the position is devoted to hands-on work with undergraduate students through advising services and communications. The Academic Advisor will interact with various university offices and organizations to facilitate successful experiences among students in the departments and programs within the School. These duties may include but are not limited to the following:
- Advise and coach students on course registration, academic skill development, academic decisions and progress, and personal and professional development via in-person and virtual settings;
- Serve as an advocate for students including, but not limited to, connecting them with resources to aid in their academic and professional success and holistic wellbeing;
- Foster student success through implementation of evidence-based best practices in student advising and support;
- Assist in recruitment activities and retention initiatives within the School;
- May be assigned to teach first-year foundational course for academic and professional development based in purpose, values, and self-actualization.
Minimum Qualifications
- Candidates must have a minimum of a Master’s degree from an accredited institution, preferably in a health and human sciences discipline, counseling, or a related field. May 2025 graduates will be considered; degree must be conferred before hiring.
- Experience engaging with university students at the undergraduate level, either as a faculty or staff member.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
We also will strongly consider candidates that have certificates and/or training in areas such as: StrengthsQuest/Strengthsfinder, life coaching, academic coaching, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
The academic advisor should have:
- One to three years of experience (two years of graduate assistantship work focused in student support or engagement equates to one year of professional experience) engaging with university students at the undergraduate level, either as a faculty or staff member.
- experience engaging in activities focused on retention, such as in academic advising, student academic coaching, student academic services, or student success.
- experience working with and being committed to a diverse community of learners is highly desirable.
- knowledge of undergraduate students, curriculum, university policies and procedures, and retention strategies.
- expertise or interest in the use of technology (Banner, Canvas, DegreeWorks, course scheduling software, etc.) to instruct, advise and mentor students.
- classroom teaching experience with demonstrated success is preferred.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range
$52,000 - $57,000
Org #-Department
HHS Grad - Undergrad Programs - 13407
Job Open Date
04/25/2025
For Best Consideration Date
05/12/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
FTE
1.000
Type of Appointment
Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Number of Months per Year
12
FLSA
Exempt
Salary : $52,000 - $57,000
