Academic Advisor I

Position Information

General Information


Position Number
001700


Vacancy Open to
All Candidates


Working Title
Academic Advisor I


Position Designation
EHRA Non-Faculty


Employment Type
Permanent - Full-time


Months per Year
12


Work Schedule


8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.

Hours per week
40


FLSA Status
Exempt


Division
Academic Affairs


Department
Coll of Computing&Informatics (Col)


Work Location
Burson Hall


Salary Range
$55,000 - $57,999


Primary Purpose of Department


The CCI Advising Center was created to serve Computer Science majors exploring the different concentrations and departments in CCI. The CCI Advising Center consists of the Director of Student Success, multiple professional advisors, and several faculty/lecturer advisors. All advisors are responsible for assisting students in academic exploration, registration, and negotiating academic policies and resources.

Primary Purpose of Position


The Academic Advisor in the College of Computing and Informatics (CCI) provides advising services for undergraduate Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Sports Analytics majors, minors, and students in transition (internal or external transfers). The advisor also serves as a resource for faculty, staff, and students in CCI with regard to academic policies.

Summary of Position Responsibilities


The Academic Advisor in the College of Computing and Informatics (CCI) will assume advising responsibilities for any University students declaring or expressing an interest in College of Computing and Informatics majors. The advisor must have the ability to work autonomously in a complex, team-oriented academic office with a significant advising caseload. The advisor must have a commitment to student success and the ability to listen and analyze academic needs. The advisor must also relate well to faculty and staff and provide support to them as requested.

While not required to teach, Academic Advisors in CCI may be requested to coordinate and/or participate in seminars offered each year to students. In addition, the advisor fulfills other responsibilities as needed and assigned by the Director of CCI Advising.
Specific functional areas include:
• Academic advising
• Orientation and outreach
• Targeted advising
• Instruction
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education/Experience

• Masters Degree required or obtained before start date.
• At least 2 years' experience in a higher education setting required.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience


Master's Degree in Higher Education or Counseling preferred. Two years direct student advising experience preferred.

Necessary Certifications/Licenses


NA

Preferred Certifications/Licenses


NA

Special Notes to Applicants

• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
• Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
• UNC Charlotte Benefits Information:

Posting Open Date
08/12/2026


Posting Close Date
08/30/2026


Open Until Filled
No


Proposed Hire Date
09/28/2026


If time-limited please indicate appointment end date

Contact Information


Kevin Parsons (View email address on click.appcast.io)