Academic Advisor I-SPS

Academic Advisor I-SPSUIW MissionPosition SummaryThe Academic Advisor I at the School of Professional Studies (SPS) is responsible for providing engaged academic advising to support student retention and success and will include providing guidance on degree program options, academic and curricular requirements, and course planning. The Academic Advisor reports to the Director of Student Services.Position will physically work out of assigned SPS satellite location on a military bases; thus ability to successfully pass a military level background check is required to gain base access. Military base assignments include Ft. Sam Houston JBSA, Lackland AFB, and Randolph AFB.Essential FunctionsJob DutiesKnowledge Skills and Abilities• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.);• Strong interpersonal communication skills; strong verbal and written communication skills;• Strong presentation skills for individual and group audience;• Proficiency in handling multiple priorities, pivoting based on changing priorities, meeting deadlines, and problem solving;• Outstanding ability to work with professionalism and confidentiality in a deadline driven environment with shifting priorities;• Ability to consistently apply best practices in advising;• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures; and• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.Required EducationBachelor's Degree in Education, Counseling or academic field directly related to the advisor's specific responsibilities.Required Work ExperienceOne (1) year of experience in advising, student development, or related academic function within higher education or professional position in a high school setting such as counselor, teacher, or administrator. (At the department's discretion additional education or professional experience in a field directly related to the advisor's specific responsibilities may substitute for experience.)Preferred Qualifications• Two (2) or more years of advising experience in higher education.• Master's Degree.• Experience with database management systems: Banner, DegreeWorks, etc.• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish).Required Certifications, Licenses or RegistrationsPosition will physically work out of assigned SPS satellite location on a military bases; thus ability to successfully pass a military level background check is required to gain base access.Work HoursMon to Fri 7:30am to 4:30am, with extended hours as needed especially during peaks. Occasional weekend and evening hours.Physical Demands• Ability to lift up to 20lbs for table set-up/tear-down at events.• Ability to reach overhead, bend, squat to retrieve marketing materials.• Ability to push/pull equipment carts holding up to 30 lbs.• Ability to actively engage in events for extended periods of time.• Ability to regularly move about bases, campus and event venues to actively engage faculty, staff, and potential/current students, as well as attend meetings on and off campus.Posting Number: AS2132POJob Type: Full TimeJob Category: Administrator (exempt)Desired Start Date: 06/02/2025Position End Date (if temporary):Reports To: Director of Student ServicesSalary: $49,500 AnnualizedOpen Date: 04/15/2025Close Date:Open Until Filled: YesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantN/A.To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6148175UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).jeid-ca6c680fe790494d938c77e839de65a2