Academic Advisor

UMD • University of Maryland College Park • Full-time

$60,000

per year

Higher Education student support Counseling Computer Science Academic Advisor

Job Description

Job Description Summary

The Department of Computer Science Undergraduate Advising Office is seeking to hire an Academic Advisor. This team supports students in navigating the academic experience. We see academic advising as a student-centered partnership that facilitates learning and development. Our team aims to build an equitable and inclusive environment that adapts to meet the diverse needs of our students. This is the largest major on campus that includes 3000+ undergraduate students. The person in this role will advise a large caseload and work on various administrative tasks both in academic affairs and student affairs. These tasks can include, but are not limited to, degree clearances, prerequisite checks, course permissions, student supervision, workshops, events, and orientation.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Two (2) years of experience providing counseling or advising services. Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education. Knowledge of best practices in organization and administration. Knowledge of public relations and marketing techniques. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.

Additional Job Details

Preferences:

Preferred Education:
Master’s degree in higher education or related field

Preferred Experience:
Preference for 3-5 years of experience in higher education or student services, or at least 1 year of academic advising in higher education

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of campus degree requirements, especially those related to computer science Knowledge of software tools such as TerpEnage (Salesforce), uAchieve, SIS, Advise on the Web (AoW)

Required Application Materials: Cover letter, resume, list of references

Best Consideration Date: June 23, 2025

Posting Close Date: n/a

Open Until Filled: Yes

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

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Department

CMNS-Computer Science

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$60,000 - $65,000

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.