Academic Advisor

This job was posted by https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov/jobs/4810383 Academic Advisor Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via http://myapps.microsoft.com/, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for "Find Jobs for Students". All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page. Closing Date: 10/31/2026 Type of Position: Professional Staff - Academic Affairs Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations. UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at (501) 812-2839. Department: Assistant Director of Academic Advising- Main Campus Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: Job Duties: Academic advisors assist students in the clarification of their life/career goals and in the development of educational plans. Academic Advisors support the decision-making process of students and help students realize their maximum educational potential through communication and information. Advisors serve as facilitators of communication and coordinators of learning experiences through course and career planning and program progress review, and are agents of referral to other campus services as necessary. Academic Advisor Responsibilities: Provide academic and career advising to current, new, and transfer students throughout the year Participate in New Student Orientation activities to assist students in registration Provide holistic advising services to students within the advisor's caseload Assist undecided students in the selection of a program of study and mapping a plan to degree completion Help students examine interests and abilities, connecting to career choices Assist students with resources and activities for job preparation and job seeking Interpret and articulate test scores, prior college credits, and required developmental courses for desired program of study Assist students with access to other campus services and resources, to include but not limited to, counseling, disability services and tutoring Provide intervention and support for students on Academic Probation and Suspension, as well as Financial Aid Warning and Suspension to increase retention and completion Participate in development and delivery of training for part-time and/or faculty advisors Participate in professional development an other training opportunities to increase advisor knowledge and skill Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree. Excellent problem solving, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Customer and solutions oriented with a strong commitment to customer service while maintaining compliance with policies. Commitment to the mission of a comprehensive two-year college and an understanding of the different components of a student services operation. Must be able to articulate and execute public speaking at a level students can understand and learn. Must be flexible and willing to work longer hours during peak times. Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree Bi-Lingual (Spanish speaking) Additional Information: Salary Information: $40,000 Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s) Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants Recruitment Contact Information: Human Resources [email protected] All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Crimi