Academic Advisor I

Academic Advisor I - 530847

Job no: 530847

Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)

Location: Tuscaloosa

Categories: Advising/Peer Support

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $44,600 - Midpoint: $55,800 (Salaried E6)

Department/Organization: 209307 - Student Success

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evenings as necessary.

Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.

Job Summary: The Academic Advisor I provides guidance to University students on academic progress, courses, University resources, etc. Identifies courses to be completed in upcoming semesters. Explains University and College policies. May teach compass course as needed.

Additional Department Summary: Directs the academic advising of all assigned UA Online students. Develops students first-year plan of study and ensures appropriate follow-up is conducted and records are properly maintained. Provides assistance as necessary in completing online orientation and participates in orientation events, such as the virtual Q&A. Ensures students enroll in appropriate academic courses. Coordinates effective communication with UA Online staff, academic departments, and other University personnel as necessary. Assists in creating communication initiatives and data collection of UA Online programs and services.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher.

Skills and Knowledge: High level of organization, attention to detail, and task planning. Strong interpersonal communication and virtual presentation skills required. Ability to work with online students. Knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in education, instructional technology, communications, or business. Experience with UA systems, DegreeWorks, database management, and customer relationship management programs. Knowledge of adult and distance population.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity : The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC's Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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Advertised: 12 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time

Applications close: 26 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time