Overview
Academic Advisor Jobs in Platteville, USA at Universities of Wisconsin
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Position Title:
Academic Advisor
Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Academic Advisor
Position Summary:
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is accepting applicants for a full-time Academic Advisor position in the College of Business, Industry, Life Science and Agriculture. This position will work directly with students to help them plan a successful academic path toward their degree and provide ongoing support for their learning. An Academic Advisor will engage students in decision making processes and promote appropriate and responsible choices on academic matters such as course selection and degree requirements.
Will maintain appropriate confidentiality, update student advising records, and contribute to the delivery and development of academic advising related events and programs. The successful candidate will work to ensure students receive accurate, timely, and holistic advising services in support of promoting student success, retention, and program completion while striving to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive environment. This position is scheduled primarily during normal working hours and is in-person.
The salary for this position is $45,000 per year. The University of Wisconsin System offers a nationally top ranked retirement plan and a comprehensive benefits package.
Key
Job Responsibilities:
Academic Advising:
- Receives, processes, and responds to academic inquiries according to established policies and procedures.
- Serves as a main point of contact for students and provides information about educational options and academic requirements; assists with identifying and assessing interests, skills, and values to match appropriate field of study/career options, and refers students to appropriate institutional resources.
- Maintains expertise with advised curriculum and may assist in developing and recommending exceptions for policy and curriculum.
- Monitors academic progress of students and develops intervention strategies to assist students in their academic development; make referrals as warranted.
- Implements academic advising events such as workshops, panel discussions, and guest speakers.
- Maintains confidentiality and accurate student records and processes and responds to academic inquiries according to established institutional and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) policies.
- Participates in the campus-wide advising community providing input to leadership regarding the development of advising, recruitment, and co/curricular programs offered by the school/college.
Academic
Coaching:
- Works with students (including those “at-risk”) one-on-one to help them develop effective learning strategies and to become self-regulated learners.
- Motivates students to identify and overcome obstacles that may be impeding academic success.
- Instructs students on how to focus on individual goals and identify steps in reaching those goals.
- Works with students to develop strong time-management and organization.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in counseling, communication, education, psychology, student services, business or related field.
- Minimum of 1 year professional experience in one or more of the following areas: academic advising, academic coaching, working with transfer students, admissions, student services education setting, or related programs
- Highly motivated, empathetic person with strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
- Experience working with students and/or clients using academic & career advising theory and techniques
- Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and openness to new approaches and ideas.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Proficient in software applications such as Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Skilled in conducting presentations in front of small and large groups
- Awareness of FERPA and ethical principles in working with students.
Why it is great to be a Pioneer:
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degree programs in a broad spectrum of disciplines including: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; criminal justice; education; business; agriculture; and liberal arts. The Platteville campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin’s largest community, which has a rich history rooted in mining
-particularly lead mining
-dating back to the early 19th century. The region offers excellent school systems, high-quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville serves as a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin.
Final date to receive applications:
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by March 10, 2026. Applications…
Title: Academic Advisor
Company: Universities of Wisconsin
Location: Platteville, USA
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