Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
All schedule details will be discussed during interview process
Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience Posting Date 11/12/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 12/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Academic Advisor I FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
Provides a variety of undergraduate academic and career advising services that strengthen the professional environment within the Warnell School. Coordinates UGA and professional student orientation and exit interviews. Assists periodically with recruitment and outreach functions, as well as with the graduation ceremonies. Supervises student worker.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Knowledge of UGA's General Education Core Curriculum and Warnell's curricular requirements.
• Be very familiar with standard word processing and email software.
• Be able to advise students about formatting resumes, developing professional skills, gaining professional experiences, and job searches.
• Be able to give constructive criticism and enforce high expectations for student performance.
• Be highly organized, an effective oral communicator, and responsive to frequent requests for assistance on short notice.
• An occasional ability to travel, sometimes overnight.

Physical Demands
Ordinary for office environment. Driving to perform job related duties.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Academic Advising:

• Provide comprehensive advising to all pre-professional students, guiding academic planning, career exploration, and professional development.
• Support admissions efforts for professional programs by advising prospective students, interpreting program requirements, and facilitating informed decision-making.
• Conduct individualized advising sessions that integrate students' academic progress, interests, and long-term goals to develop tailored educational plans.
• Facilitate orientation advising for incoming UGA students, ensuring a smooth transition through proactive guidance and resource navigation.
• Engage current UGA students interested in the Warnell School, offering strategic counsel on program fit, prerequisites, and application pathways.
• Clear student registrations in alignment with academic policies and program requirements, ensuring timely progression toward degree completion.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of advising interactions, registration approvals, and student communications in compliance with institutional standards.
• Utilize student feedback and outcome data to continuously improve their advising practices, resources, and student engagement strategies.
• Identify enhancements to advising tools, workflows, and communication strategies to support student development and institutional goals.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to align advising practices with curricular changes, accreditation standards, and student success metrics.

Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities
Career services:

• Promote the Summer Internship Programs
• Promote the programso
• Advise students on the internship process

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities
Academic and Student-Related Programming:

• Coordinate student orientations (professional, first-year, and transfer)
• Co-coordinate Warnell's convocation ceremonies
• Coordinates retention events
• Coordinates student advisory board meetings

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Other duties:

• Attend career and major fairs, as well as some outreach events
• Assist in creation of marketing materials
• Work in cooperation with the other student affairs and communications staff to accomplish the school's mission
• Contributes to the teaching of FANR 3950, Warnell's professional development course for undergraduates
• Supervise student workers

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Matthew Head Recruitment Contact Email matthead@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a valid Driver's license?
   • YES
   • NO

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Unofficial Transcripts
3. Unofficial Letters of Recommendation