Academic Advisor

Job Description Summary The Academic Advisor provides academic advising to undergraduate students majoring in or minoring in History, assists with related academic administrative matters and
supports various special programs within the Department.

Examples of work include meeting with undergraduate majors each semester to discuss course selection, degree requirements, academic progress and graduation planning; reviewing academic records and remove advising holds to enable students to register for courses; and representing the Department of History at orientation programs by presenting information about the major, degree requirements, academic opportunities and departmental resources.

Physical Demands: Typical office environment requiring the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. May occasionally require some walking to different locations on campus for meetings. May require the need to lift up to 25 lbs.

Licenses/Certifications: N/A

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the higher education landscape, degree planning and academic policies.

Knowledge of curriculum structures, course sequencing, and graduation requirements.

Knowledge of FERPA and student privacy regulations.
Knowledge of campus resources, support services, and referral processes.
Skill in oral and written interpersonal communication.

Skill in organization and time-management to manage multiple student caseloads and competing priorities.
Skill in using student information systems, databases, and Microsoft Office or similar software.

Skill in data tracking and recordkeeping with attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to interpret, explain and apply academic policies and procedures.

Ability to employ active listening, problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Ability to analyze student records, identify barriers to success, and develop action plans.

Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to support student success.

Additional Job Details

Preferences: Experience with advising students in higher education

Required Application Materials: Resume, cover letter and contact information for references.

Best Consideration Date: 08/28/2026

Posting Close Date: 08/28/2026

Job Risks

Financial Disclosure Required

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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