Academic Advisor - College of Arts & Sciences - UTK

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

Responsibilities

The Academic Advisor I/Senior Advisor 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, and

• Selection of major and development of an academic plan that aligns with strengths, aspirations, and abilities

The Academic Advisor I/Senior Advisor 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 and transfer student orientation advising sessions

• Evaluate students’ progress, assist in development of students’ desired goals, and develop strategic academic plans to accomplish goals

• Inform students of academic options and advise on best courses of action

• 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, Senior Advisor 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.

  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s degree in higher education, college student development, or related liberal arts field

• Experience: Minimum of two years’ experience in advising or career/academic coaching at the college or university

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • 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:

• Experience: Experience working with a diverse student population and experience in mentoring staff

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Knowledge of arts and sciences curriculum

  • Knowledge of UT policies, procedures, resources and support for student

Work Location

• Location: Knoxville, TN

• Onsite, Hybrid, or Remote – Onsite

Compensation and Benefits

• UT Market Range: MR08

• Anticipated hiring range: $52,000 - $55,000

• Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here

• Find more information on UT Benefits here

Application Instructions

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 7 days after the position posts and applications will be reviewed until positions are filled. Anticipated start date January 2027.

About The College/Department/Division:

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 towards 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 University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.

UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee’s flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy’s largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.

UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone.

The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as “Best Employer for New Graduates,” “One of America’s Best Large Employers,” and “Best Workplace for Women,” and has been designated as “Best Place for Working Parents” by Forbes Magazine.

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