Academic Advisor

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: $46,383; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
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Advising undergraduate business students
Targeting at-risk students
Improving student engagement and retention
** The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is seeking an Academic Advisor to support undergraduate business students, particularly those facing academic challenges. The role involves advising, teaching, and contributing to student retention initiatives in a vibrant academic environment. **

Job Summary

  • The Academic Advisor will be responsible for advising approximately 700-800 undergraduate business students, including new freshman, graduating seniors, non-traditional, study abroad, and students with disabilities.
  • As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
  • The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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** The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is seeking an Academic Advisor to support undergraduate business students, particularly those facing academic challenges. The role involves advising, teaching, and contributing to student retention initiatives in a vibrant academic environment. **

Salary

Base: $46,383; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Advising undergraduate business students
  • Targeting at-risk students
  • Improving student engagement and retention
  • Teaching Freshman Business Connections
  • Assisting with New Student Orientation

Nice-to-have

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Promotes a healthy work-life balance

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from accredited institution
  • Two years of higher education experience
  • Master's degree from accredited institution
  • Three years of higher education experience
  • One year of academic advising experience

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