"Senior Academic Advisor for Finance"

Job Number:

252487

Organization:

Graduate Programs

Job Location:

Oklahoma-Oklahoma City-Health Sciences Center

Schedule:

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Targeted salary $50,300 annually, based on experience

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: Resume

Job Description

The Michael F. Price College of Business Graduate Programs OKC Office manages a number of graduate programs, including the Master of Business Administration, MS in Finance and MS in Entrepreneurship & Innovation programs. Advisors within the Graduate Programs Office are assigned programs and responsibilities as appropriate.

Essential Duties:

• Performs all duties of an Academic Advisor as appropriate.
• Monitors the academic health and degree progression of assigned students, to include transcript review, enrollment tracking, and active outreach.
• Develops a rapport of trust with assigned students.
• Assists in new advisor onboarding and training.
• Mentor's new advisors.
• Responds to communications via phone and email in a timely manner.
• Engages in assessment and data collection.
• Represents unit at recruitment events.
• Participates in Academic Life Coaching.
• Liaison between University of Oklahoma and transfer institutions.
• Collaborates with faculty and provides feedback on curricular decisions and course needs.
• Engages in leadership or scholarly activity to further professional advising identity.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree, AND:

• Minimum of 36 months of experience as a full-time Academic Advisor in higher education.

Skills:

• Effective verbal and written communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office to include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ability to navigate and maintain databases
• Skilled in communicating well and building rapport quickly with students, faculty, and staff
• Ability to work well in a diverse environment
• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
• Highly organized and ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines
• Demonstrate ability to learn, interpret, and articulate complex policies and procedures
• Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of state, university, college, and major policies and procedures
• Willingness to work independently, collaboratively, and under supervision
• Committed to maintaining confidentiality and securing sensitive information

Advertised Physical Requirements:

Physical:

• Sitting for long periods of time
• Communicate effectively
• Ability to engage in repetitive motion

Environmental:

• Standard office environment
• Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies
• Requires contact with other departments and University officials

Departmental Preferences:

• Master's degree
• Graduate student advising experience
• Background in database management (Access)
• Experience in SLATE, SalesForce, and LaserFiche

Special Instructions:

If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma:

The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon police records check

Job Posting: Nov 13, 2025