University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Academic Advisor, Student Academic Success, Division of Health Sciences Advising
University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, 89101
Academic Advisor, Student Academic Success, Division of Health Sciences Advising Center
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for the Academic Advisor, Student Academic Success, Division of Health Sciences Advising Center. Role of the Position Academic Advisor positions are responsible for providing academic advising to undergraduate students in individual and group advising settings. The Academic Advisor provides expertise in degree requirements and may be involved with representing the advising center at events and other assigned special projects geared to enhance student success. The Academic Advisor must have/develop knowledge of general core requirements for each major within the Division of Health Sciences as well as policies and procedures of the university. Academic Advisors must be familiar with admissions, registration systems and financial aid processes to assist students. Skills also include the utilization of professional judgment in assisting students with choosing/confirming an area of study and determining the appropriate courses for the degree. Having the ability to develop and deliver presentations as well as articulate and convey policies and procedures are essential functions. Under the supervision of advising center leadership, the Academic Advisor position must possess professional and social skills and be responsive to work closely with faculty, staff, students and parents/families from diverse backgrounds. The Academic Advisor position is expected to work on-campus and to meet with students in-person, as well as conduct virtual and phone advising as requested by students. The Academic Advisor will be highly functional with regard to decision-making and problem solving skills. Effective time management and ability to balance a wide variety of tasks and student caseloads in an efficient and effective manner are vital to the success of this position. It is essential that this person adhere to student confidentiality guidelines (FERPA) and possess a high regard for ethics. Knowledge of other technologies related to academic advising and presentations is preferred. Academic Advisors will utilize proactive advising practices. Proactive advising includes coordinated, collaborative, personalized, and intentional outreach strategies and practices designed to anticipate potential barriers to student success, provide timely interventions, and invite meaningful engagement between advisors and students. By anticipating barriers, providing interventions, and inviting engagement, proactive advising strategies and practices support improved student experiences and outcomes. Profile of the Department/College This advising position will serve the Division of Health Sciences Advising Center (working with the following schools: Integrated Health, Nursing and Public Health), part of the Student and Academic Success (S.A.S.) team. The S.A.S. team is responsible for leading campus-wide initiatives that support enrollment growth and equitable student success through academic and student success programming to promote retention, progression, timely degree completion, and career readiness while closing achievement gaps. Student and Academic Success teams work closely with department chairs and faculty across the campus to support student academic success efforts, the implementation of student-centered and equitable academic advising practices, and deliver impactful student academic support programming from First-Year Experience through graduation. Minimum Qualifications This position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and one year of experience in a field related to academic advising or direct student services or education. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Advisors must have knowledge of university and major-specific degree requirements, advising systems and policies. To achieve excellence in their work, advisors must have understanding of all three components of the NACADA Academic Advising Core Competencies (Conceptual, Informational, and Relational components) and the ability to synthesize and apply them as needed in advising interactions is required. Advisors must possess active listening and communication skills: Advisors must clearly articulate messages to faculty, staff, students and parents/families. Presentation skills and effective time management skills. Organization and computer skills. Advisors must be able to comprehend, explain, and apply complex information from various undergraduate catalogs. They also must be able to simplify complex information and clearly articulate that information to others, and be able to to change quickly and often. Advisors must be discreet, patient, tactful, and highly ethical. Advising professionals must have the ability to proactively plan and balance working with students while completing other projects and complying with university student success initiatives. Advising professionals must be highly organized, detail oriented and be able to handle demanding workload and multi-task. Commitment to Diversity and Campus Values A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit. Salary Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Benefits of Working at UNLV Competitive total rewards package including: Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs No state income tax Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents Perks Employee recognition and appreciation programs Connect with colleagues with shared interests Personal and professional development opportunities UNLV athletics ticket discounts Statewide employee purchase program discounts RebelCard discounts on and off campus Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles How to Apply Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on June 6, 2025. Materials should be addressed to the Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu. Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Candidates UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, R0147530 in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application. Profile of the University Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada. For more information, visit us online at http://www.unlv.edu.
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for the Academic Advisor, Student Academic Success, Division of Health Sciences Advising Center. Role of the Position Academic Advisor positions are responsible for providing academic advising to undergraduate students in individual and group advising settings. The Academic Advisor provides expertise in degree requirements and may be involved with representing the advising center at events and other assigned special projects geared to enhance student success. The Academic Advisor must have/develop knowledge of general core requirements for each major within the Division of Health Sciences as well as policies and procedures of the university. Academic Advisors must be familiar with admissions, registration systems and financial aid processes to assist students. Skills also include the utilization of professional judgment in assisting students with choosing/confirming an area of study and determining the appropriate courses for the degree. Having the ability to develop and deliver presentations as well as articulate and convey policies and procedures are essential functions. Under the supervision of advising center leadership, the Academic Advisor position must possess professional and social skills and be responsive to work closely with faculty, staff, students and parents/families from diverse backgrounds. The Academic Advisor position is expected to work on-campus and to meet with students in-person, as well as conduct virtual and phone advising as requested by students. The Academic Advisor will be highly functional with regard to decision-making and problem solving skills. Effective time management and ability to balance a wide variety of tasks and student caseloads in an efficient and effective manner are vital to the success of this position. It is essential that this person adhere to student confidentiality guidelines (FERPA) and possess a high regard for ethics. Knowledge of other technologies related to academic advising and presentations is preferred. Academic Advisors will utilize proactive advising practices. Proactive advising includes coordinated, collaborative, personalized, and intentional outreach strategies and practices designed to anticipate potential barriers to student success, provide timely interventions, and invite meaningful engagement between advisors and students. By anticipating barriers, providing interventions, and inviting engagement, proactive advising strategies and practices support improved student experiences and outcomes. Profile of the Department/College This advising position will serve the Division of Health Sciences Advising Center (working with the following schools: Integrated Health, Nursing and Public Health), part of the Student and Academic Success (S.A.S.) team. The S.A.S. team is responsible for leading campus-wide initiatives that support enrollment growth and equitable student success through academic and student success programming to promote retention, progression, timely degree completion, and career readiness while closing achievement gaps. Student and Academic Success teams work closely with department chairs and faculty across the campus to support student academic success efforts, the implementation of student-centered and equitable academic advising practices, and deliver impactful student academic support programming from First-Year Experience through graduation. Minimum Qualifications This position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and one year of experience in a field related to academic advising or direct student services or education. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Advisors must have knowledge of university and major-specific degree requirements, advising systems and policies. To achieve excellence in their work, advisors must have understanding of all three components of the NACADA Academic Advising Core Competencies (Conceptual, Informational, and Relational components) and the ability to synthesize and apply them as needed in advising interactions is required. Advisors must possess active listening and communication skills: Advisors must clearly articulate messages to faculty, staff, students and parents/families. Presentation skills and effective time management skills. Organization and computer skills. Advisors must be able to comprehend, explain, and apply complex information from various undergraduate catalogs. They also must be able to simplify complex information and clearly articulate that information to others, and be able to to change quickly and often. Advisors must be discreet, patient, tactful, and highly ethical. Advising professionals must have the ability to proactively plan and balance working with students while completing other projects and complying with university student success initiatives. Advising professionals must be highly organized, detail oriented and be able to handle demanding workload and multi-task. Commitment to Diversity and Campus Values A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit. Salary Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Benefits of Working at UNLV Competitive total rewards package including: Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs No state income tax Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents Perks Employee recognition and appreciation programs Connect with colleagues with shared interests Personal and professional development opportunities UNLV athletics ticket discounts Statewide employee purchase program discounts RebelCard discounts on and off campus Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles How to Apply Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on June 6, 2025. Materials should be addressed to the Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu. Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Candidates UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, R0147530 in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application. Profile of the University Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada. For more information, visit us online at http://www.unlv.edu.