"Academic Advisor II"

Job Details

Job Title: Academic Advisor II

Requisition Number: RE51292

Department Name: 1B233:College of Nursing Advising

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 44

Salary Range: $43,805-70,075/year

Type of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: MA

Required Related Experience: 3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification: None

Physical Requirements: Long periods of sitting and/or standing.

Shift: Full-time, 40 hours per week. Primarily Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Occasional evening and weekend shifts may be required.

Job Summary: The University of Kentucky is accepting applications for an Academic Advisor II. The Academic Advisor II will work with students through direct one-on-one advising, including but not limited to providing information on course selection and registration, interpreting and explaining university and college policies and degree requirements, assisting students to identify skill interest and career options, and advising students on academic-related issues specific to that individual student. The Academic Advisor II will regularly monitor student progress to degree, considering current coursework, as well as any previously earned credit to assist the student with maintaining timely degree completion. In addition to these responsibilities, the Academic Advisor II will assist with multiple orientations/advising conferences throughout the academic year. Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success. Multiple positions available.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?: No

Deadline to Apply: 09/01/2025