Academic Advisor

Position Details

University of Colorado | Denver

Official Title: Academic Services Intermediate Professional - Senior Professional (Open Rank)

Working Title: Academic Advisor

FTE: Full-time

Salary Range: $49,400 - $54,600 (Intermediate Professional) & $61,000 (Senior Professional)

Position #00356255 - Requisition #35599

Join the University of Colorado Denver

About the University of Colorado - Denver

The University of Colorado Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research, and creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information, visit ucdenver.edu.

About the School of Education & Human Development

The School of Education & Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is a statewide and national leader for educational quality, access and equity across the education lifespan, from birth through higher education. Members of the school community have been informing policy and practice while addressing the most important challenges faced by individuals, schools, and communities for more than 50 years. We prepare equity-minded and inclusive educational, community, family, and mental health practitioners, scholars, and leaders dedicated to eradicating inequalities and discrimination. We champion change that leads to well-being, opportunity, and life-long learning in the diverse urban, rural, and global communities that we serve. Our Inclusive Excellence Plan reflects our efforts to ensure that those we serve - diverse in race, ethnicity, economic resources, nationality, language, fluency, ability, geography, first-generation status, age, gender, sexual identity, veteran status, and cultural and faith practice - have access to an excellent education through inclusive practice and scholarship in a climate that is responsive to their needs.

Job Description

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

Elevating student success is CU Denver's first and highest priority. The School of Education & Human Development does this through targeted support to students which increases retention and graduation. Academic advising is recognized within the School of Education & Human Development (SEHD) as an integral part to elevating student success. This full-time, University Staff (unclassified) position will work with a team of academic advisors, faculty, and administrators to guide students through an educational path and to develop and implement programs and services that foster student persistence and graduation. Building relationships with current community college students interested in transferring into the program, new freshmen, as well as retaining students to graduation, is a key part of this position. Successful candidates will have multi-cultural competence, an understanding of an urban campus, facility in supporting diverse and first-generation students and will be able to develop and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with faculty, staff, and students.

The School of Education & Human Development's strategic plan outlines its commitment to academic excellence, inclusive practices, and community engagement. It emphasizes fostering innovation in teaching, research, and service to meet the evolving needs of students and society. The plan seeks to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion across all aspects of the university's operations to create a more vibrant and equitable learning environment. To read the full statement, click here: https://education.ucdenver.edu/about-us/strategic-plan

Academic Advisor

What you will do:

Academic Advising:

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  Partner with students to develop trusting, supportive relationships that foster students' sense of belonging to college, and leading in goal setting appropriate to their developmental stage

  
  
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  Serve as the primary point of contact for academic questions or concerns, working through in-person, individual appointments and group meetings, drop-in hours, video conferencing, telephone, and email

  
  
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  Lead students in intentional goal setting appropriate to their developmental stage

  
  
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  Collaborate closely with program faculty

  
  
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  Assist students with negotiating processes and procedures

  
  
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  Provide course and program plan information/advising to students including pre-requisite advising, transfer, course waiver/substitutions, credit for prior learning, recommendations for licensure/endorsement, graduation requirements, and degree audit

  
  
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  Maintain appropriate documentation of all student contacts (email, phone, online/virtual, scheduled and drop-in advising) via our advising note system

  
  
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  Complete initial and final graduation checks and communicate with students about all remaining requirements for successful graduation

  
  
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  Prepare for and facilitate in-person and virtual academic advising presentations and appointments students

  
  

Retention:

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  Proactively monitor students' and track degree progress, retention and benchmarks, and support students' development using advising tools and systems

  
  
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  Implement retention and early intervention initiatives for students in need of academic support

  
  
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  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement new opportunities for student retention and success

  
  
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  Execute communication plan for students and update it over time, customized to serve each student population (senior level position will also be involved with developing the plan)

  
  

Student Success:

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  Analyze students' concerns and provide timely referral/intervention services

  
  
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  Work with the SEHD Student Success Center, identify students in need of academic, financial or social support and connect them to campus resources needed to achieve their goals

  
  
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  Co-Teach (for intermediate level position) or teach (for senior level position) UNIV 1110 Student Success or similar course(s) as requested

  
  

This position involves working closely with students where the person may become aware of campus safety issues that may need to be reported as part of CU's commitment to compliance with the Clery Act. The person in this role will receive the related training and be required to submit data once per year to the campus Clery Act team. For more information about our commitment to campus safety as it relates to this law, please visit https://www.ucdenver.edu/emergencymanagement/clery-act

This description is a summary only and describes the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education, psychology, educational technology, social science, liberal arts, communications, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

Intermediate Level:

• One year of full-time professional-level higher education experience in academic advising or student affairs office or position. Note: Paraprofessional experience, including graduate assistantship experience, does not count as full-time professional-level experience.

Senior Level:

• Two or more years of full-time professional-level higher education experience in academic advising or student affairs office or position. Note: Paraprofessional experience, including graduate assistantship experience, does not count as full-time professional-level experience.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

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  Master's degree (completed or in progress) in Higher Education/Student Affairs, Counseling, Education or Human Service-related field.

  
  
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  Three plus years of experience in direct undergraduate academic advising in higher education.

  
  
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  Experience with advising teacher licensure programs or other programs that lead to licensure or certifications through the state

  
  
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  Fluent in Spanish, which includes reading, writing, and speaking.

  
  
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  Demonstrated success and experience working with a CRM, CU SIS, Degree Audit System or other degree progress system, and other student information systems.

  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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  Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, including ability to present to large groups.

  
  
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  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

  
  
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  Demonstrate a commitment to providing outstanding customer service skills.

  
  
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  Demonstrate an understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion with a commitment to developing equitable practices.

  
  
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  Ability to work with individuals with diverse academic needs.

  
  
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  Strong record of collaboration with faculty and other staff.

  
  
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  High degree of reliability and flexibility; ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment.

  
  
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  Strong commitment to student success.

  
  
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  Ability to take direction and use sound independent judgment.

  
  
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  Ability to work independently, identify and set priorities, prioritize multiple projects and requests, and meet deadlines and work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.

  
  

Conditions of Employment

• This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.

Employment Sponsorship

• Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

As of 7/1/2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19, but is not required. COVID recommendations and information can be found at: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $49,400 - $54,600 (Intermediate Professional) & $61,000 (Senior Professional)

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by January 1st, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Required Application Materials:

To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:

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   A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications

   
   
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   A current CV/resume

   
   
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   List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

   
   

Background Check Policy

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.

Diversity and Equity

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment.

Questions about the position should be directed to Rosalinda Martinez, rosalinda.martinez@ucdenver.edu Questions about the application process should be directed to: SEHD HR, sehdhr@ucdenver.edu