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Position Description
The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is looking for vibrant, dynamic individuals interested in working in a team environment dedicated to student success. The mission of Arts and Sciences Advising Services is to guide our diverse undergraduate population in developing and implementing sound educational plans that are consistent with their values and their academic and career goals. Our purpose is to encourage students to become self-directed learners and decision-makers. Finally, our efforts support the University of Tennessee’s broader mission, specifically by encouraging student persistence toward graduation. This is an exempt, 12-month, full-time, non-tenure track staff position that provides an exciting opportunity to be a part of an office that integrates academic and career advising with self-exploration, leadership, and experience learning. The Position: The Academic Advisor serves as a member of the Advising Services staff and exists to provide comprehensive academic advising to undergraduate students and to promote advising as an essential tool for academic success and a critical component of the educational experience. The primary responsibility of this position is to advise students in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Duties
The Academic Advisor I/II will support students as they transition at various points throughout their academic careers at UT, which include:
- Self- exploration that focuses on strengths, interests, and values
- Major and career exploration
- Identification of co-curricular, career and experience learning, and leadership opportunities to support both academic and professional development
- Selection of major and development of an academic plan that aligns with strengths, aspirations, and abilities
The Academic Advisor I/II will:
- Foster students' intellectual and personal development toward academic success
- Interpret and advise students on policies and procedures of the University and College of Arts and Sciences
- Teach students the purpose of General Education and Vol Core requirements, the academic opportunities across colleges, and the Arts and Sciences curriculum
- Conduct pre-health, pre-law, academic probation, and pre-teaching academic advising appointments
- Represent the College of Arts and Sciences at university-wide events
- Provide all services related to new student and transfer orientation advising sessions
- Evaluate students’ progress, assist in the development of students’ desired goals, and develop strategic academic plans to accomplish goals
- Inform students of academic options and advise on the best courses of action
- Provide all services related to new student and transfer orientation advising sessions
- Evaluate students’ needs and make appropriate referrals to campus and college resources
- Prepare for advising appointments and maintain confidential detailed student records
- Ensure accurate records are maintained
- Correspond with advisees on a regular basis through email
In addition to what is listed above, Advisor II will:
- Serve as a mentor to a new A&S advisor, present content during orientation advising training, develop and present professional development programs during A&S advising staff meetings and staff workshops
- Foster professional and personal development.
Application Process
For full consideration, applicants must electronically submit a letter of interest (cover letter), resume, and the name, address, email, and phone number of three professional references (which must include current or most recent supervisor). Reviews will start on 11/8, and applications will be reviewed until positions are filled. Anticipated start date: January 2025. Submit your application here: https://ut.taleo.net/careersection/ut_system/jobdetail.ftl?job=240000029X&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York
Institution Information
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is the state’s flagship research institution, a campus of choice for outstanding undergraduates, and a premier graduate institution. Enrolling over 28,000 undergraduate students, the campus is located within the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and beautiful East Tennessee. As a land-grant university, it is committed to excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. In all its activities, the university aims to advance the frontiers of human knowledge and enrich and elevate society. The university values integrity, innovation, leadership, service, inclusion, engagement, success, and wellness. https://www.utk.edu/
Additional Information
Information about the college can be found here - https://artsci.utk.edu/
Contact Information
Dr. Ali Brewer, [email protected]
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Qualifications:
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Required Qualifications
Advisor I Requirements:
- Master’s degree (must have Master’s Degree within 30 days the start date)
- Demonstrated knowledge of academic advising and student learning/development theories applied to practice
- Experience working with students in a college or university setting
- Experience working with a diverse student population
- Excellent oral communication and writing skills
Advisor II (in addition to the above requirements) QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in higher education, college student development, or related liberal arts field
- Minimum of two years’ experience in advising or a related field at the college or university setting
- Excellent oral communication and writing skills.
- Administrative and organizational skills with the ability to handle simultaneous projects.
- The ability to relate effectively to students, faculty, support staff, alumni, and parents.
- Ability to present complex information to groups of students and staff
Preferred Qualifications
Advisor I Desired Experience:
- Master’s degree in higher education, college student development, or related liberal arts field
- Experience working in a team-oriented environment
- Experience advising special populations
- Experience conducting freshmen and/or transfer orientations
- Administrative and organizational skills with the ability to handle simultaneous projects
- Ability to utilize technology that supports both students and professional practice (MS Word, Excel, Student Information Systems, Degree Audits, Internet/On-line Resources and Support)
Advisor II (in addition to the above requirements) Desired Experience:
- Experience working with a diverse student population
- Experience in mentoring staff
- Knowledge of arts and sciences curriculum
- Knowledge of UT policies, procedures, resources, and support for students
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