Job Description

Academic Advisor, UNLV Student Success, Pre-Professional Advising Center [R0152834]

Academic Advisor positions are responsible for providing academic advising to undergraduate students in individual and group advising settings. This Academic Advisor position provides academic advising and career/major exploration services to all UNLV students, including students in the Exploring major, non-degree-seeking students, and pre-professional students. Advisors support students in clarifying academic goals, selecting majors, and making informed decisions that promote retention, progression, and completion.

Under the supervision of the Director and Senior Associate Director of Advising in the Exploring and Pre-Professional Advising Center, the advisor works collaboratively with campus partners to stay informed of changes in curriculum, policies, and procedures. This role includes conducting one-on-one advising appointments with students in person, by phone, email, and via video conferencing, as well as engaging in proactive outreach to support student success initiatives.





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. Additional responsibilities may be assigned by Student Success leadership.

All positions in Academic Affairs contribute to our core mission: to increase enrollment and promote equitable student success. By addressing systematic obstacles and implementing strategic services, programs, and support, this position will play a part in enhancing student enrollment, retention, successful progre

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