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Position Number 999012, 001709 Functional Title Academic Advisor Position Type Administration - Staff Position Eclass EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning University Information Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B. Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The School of Health and Human Sciences (HHS) at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro seeks an Academic Advisor to join a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to helping students identify their academic and professional goals as they embark on successful careers in the areas of health and human sciences. Professional advisors in the School of HHS Advising Center help coach, mentor, and advise students with a focus on personal, academic, and professional success as they move toward graduation and beyond. This position is a 12-month, EPA non-faculty position that will report to the Director of Advising for Health and Human Sciences. Position Summary The Academic Advisor functions as a case manager and advocates for School of Health and Human Sciences students as they navigate through college and life. Much of the position is devoted to hands-on work with undergraduate students through advising services and communications. The Academic Advisor will interact with various university offices and organizations to facilitate successful experiences among students in the departments and programs within the School. These duties may include but are not limited to the following: Advise and coach students on course registration, academic skill development, academic decisions and progress, and personal and professional development via in-person and virtual settings; Serve as an advocate for students including, but not limited to, connecting them with resources to aid in their academic and professional success and holistic wellbeing; Foster student success through implementation of evidence-based best practices in student advising and support; Assist in recruitment activities and retention initiatives within the School; May be assigned to teach first-year foundational course for academic and professional development based in purpose, values, and self-actualization. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have a minimum of a Master’s degree from an accredited institution, preferably in a health and human sciences discipline, counseling, or a related field. May 2025 graduates will be considered; degree must be conferred before hiring. Experience engaging with university students at the undergraduate level, either as a faculty or staff member. Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates We also will strongly consider candidates that have certificates and/or training in areas such as: StrengthsQuest/Strengthsfinder, life coaching, academic coaching, etc.  Preferred Qualifications The academic advisor should have: One to three years of experience (two years of graduate assistantship work focused in student support or engagement equates to one year of professional experience) engaging with university students at the undergraduate level, either as a faculty or staff member. experience engaging in activities focused on retention, such as in academic advising, student academic coaching, student academic services, or student success. experience working with and being committed to a diverse community of learners is highly desirable. knowledge of undergraduate students, curriculum, university policies and procedures, and retention strategies. expertise or interest in the use of technology (Banner, Canvas, DegreeWorks, course scheduling software, etc.) to instruct, advise and mentor students. classroom teaching experience with demonstrated success is preferred. Special Instructions to Applicants Recruitment Range $52,000 - $57,000 Org #-Department HHS Grad - Undergrad Programs - 13407 Job Open Date 04/25/2025 For Best Consideration Date 05/12/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes FTE 1.000 Type of Appointment Permanent If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. Number of Months per Year 12 FLSA Exempt Key Responsibilities ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Percentage Of Time 70% Key Responsibility Foster student success through high-impact advising and academic support for undergraduate students in the School of Health and Human Sciences. Essential Tasks Provide individual and/or small group advising for registration, academic planning, and academic skill development. Advise and coach students via in-person and virtual settings. Support programs and opportunities to enhance student experiences in advising, retention, and academic skill development. Percentage Of Time 10% Key Responsibility Facilitate an assigned project area to support an essential advising and student success function or initiative, including but not limited to: academic skill development, recruitment and retention, advising administration, focused caseload for a specific program or population, instruction of a first-year seminar, or other projects as deemed necessary for student success and retention needs. Essential Tasks Essential tasks would be relevant to the assigned project area and may include functions such as: Planning/delivering a workshop series for academic skill development; Coordinating HHS presence at University recruitment events and/or HHS-specific recruitment events. Facilitating advising operations such as student reports, curriculum change requests, and advising communications. Advising a specific student population or program. Teaching a first-year HHS course designed to help students identify their purpose in the context of life and career goals and values. Percentage Of Time 10% Key Responsibility Support recruitment and retention of students to HHS and UNCG. Essential Tasks Participate in recruitment events such as Spartan Open House, Admitted Spartan Day, virtual HHS admissions webinars, etc., which occur on occasional evenings and/or weekends. Participate in SOAR, NAV1GATE, and other orientation/welcome events. Percentage Of Time 10% Key Responsibility Collaborate with HHS colleagues and other UNCG professionals to facilitate student success. Essential Tasks Serve as an advocate for students and connect them with resources to aid in their academic and professional success. Build relationships with colleagues in HHS and other campus offices to help students maximize their academic and life success, which includes the following: Participation in ongoing advisor training and development. Completion of annual professional development. Possible co-instruction and/or mentorship of graduate assistants.

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Physical Effort Reading - f, Writing - f, Hearing - c, Talking - c, Standing - f, Sitting - f Work Environment Inside - c Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents Supplemental Questions

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* 1. Please describe your experience with academic advising or helping students develop academic skills. What strengths would you bring to the advisor role?

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* 2. What are typical needs or challenges first- and second-year college students experience, and what are some ways you have helped students connect to resources and academic support?

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* 3. This position may have the opportunity to co-teach a first-year seminar course for health explorations students. What experience or skills would you bring to the teaching role?

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* 4. What is important to you in a team environment? How do you tend to contribute as a team member?

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* Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship? Yes No * Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying: UNCGjobsearch Website Greensboro News & Record Carolina Peacemaker Other Newspaper The Chronicle of Higher Education Inside Higher Ed Other Professional Journal NCWorks.gov UNC System Job Board Other Online Job Board Personal Networking Other * Other: Please list

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