Academic Advisor/UAS School of Arts and Sciences

The School of Arts & Sciences at UAS is seeking an academic advisor to support our students in the departments of Humanities, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences.


As an Academic Advisor, you will play a vital role in supporting student success by providing personalized guidance throughout their academic journey. Serving as a trusted resource, you will help students understand degree requirements, develop educational plans, navigate university policies and procedures, and connect with campus resources that promote academic achievement and personal growth.

This position requires building meaningful relationships with a diverse student population while empowering students to make informed decisions about their educational and career goals. Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and campus partners, the Academic Advisor helps foster student persistence, engagement, and timely degree completion through proactive advising, problem-solving, and student advocacy.

The ideal candidate is student-centered, approachable, and committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment where all students feel supported and encouraged to reach their full potential.


To thrive in this role, you are passionate about helping students succeed and are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment. You enjoy building meaningful relationships, listening with empathy, and empowering students to navigate challenges while achieving their academic and personal goals.

Success in this position requires strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail. You are collaborative, adaptable, and proactive in connecting students with resources and opportunities that enhance their educational experience. Most importantly, you are dedicated to student success, value continuous learning, and embrace opportunities to make a positive and lasting impact on the lives of those you serve.


Minimum Qualifications:


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

Two years of academic advising experience or two years of working with college students on issues such as advising, academic success, academic coaching, counseling, orientation, student support, or retention services.
Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited post-secondary institution, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in a relevant area of study
Experience using databases like Banner, OnBase, and/or Navigate (EAB)
Knowledge and skills for using DegreeWorks or similar degree tracking system.
Experience working with faculty and students on a college/university campus


Position Details:


This position is located on the Juneau campus in Juneau, Alaska. This is a full-time, non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule , Grade 78, based on education and experience.


We review applications on a rolling basis. Because we may close the posting once a sufficient pool of qualified candidates is established, we encourage early submission. Please note that once a viable pool is identified, further applications may not be reviewed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.


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If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Eleyna Whitson, UAS HR Coordinator, at View email address on click.appcast.io.


*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.


This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the Coalition of Alaska University Staff for Equity (CAUSE)-UAW.


The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at View email address on click.appcast.io .


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The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.


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