The Academic Advisor serves as a member of the Advising Services staff and exists to provide comprehensive academic advising to undergraduate students and to promote advising as an essential tool for academic success and a critical component of the educational experience. The primary responsibility of this position is to advise students in the College of Arts and Sciences

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s degree in higher education, college student development, or related liberal arts field

• Experience: Minimum of two years’ experience in advising or career/academic coaching at the college or university

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Excellent oral communication and writing skills.

  • Administrative and organizational skills with the ability to handle simultaneous projects.

  • The ability to relate effectively to students, faculty, support staff, alumni, and parents.

  • Ability to present complex information to groups of students and staff

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience: Experience working with a diverse student population and experience in mentoring staff

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Knowledge of arts and sciences curriculum

  • Knowledge of UT policies, procedures, resources and support for student

Work Location

• Location: Knoxville, TN

• Onsite, Hybrid, or Remote – Onsite

Compensation and Benefits

• UT Market Range: MR08

• Anticipated hiring range: $52,000 - $55,000

• Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here

• Find more information on UT Benefits here

Application Instructions

For full consideration, applicants must electronically submit a letter of interest (cover letter), resume, and the name, address, email, and phone number of three professional references (which must include current or most recent supervisor). Reviews will start 7 days after the position posts and applications will be reviewed until positions are filled. Anticipated start date January 2027.

About The College/Department/Division:

The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is looking for vibrant, dynamic individuals interested in working in a team environment dedicated to student success. The mission of Arts and Sciences Advising Services is to guide our diverse undergraduate population in developing and implementing sound educational plans that are consistent with their values and their academic and career goals. Our purpose is to encourage students to become self-directed learners and decision-makers. Finally, our efforts support the University of Tennessee’s broader mission, specifically by encouraging student persistence towards graduation. This is an exempt, 12-month, full-time, non-tenure track staff position that provides an exciting opportunity to be a part of an office that integrates academic and career advising with self-exploration, leadership, and experience learning.

The Academic Advisor I/Senior Advisor will support students as they transition at various points throughout their academic careers at UT which include:

• Self- exploration that focuses on strengths, interests, and values

• Major and career exploration

• Identification of co-curricular, career and experience learning, and leadership opportunities to support both academic and professional development, and

• Selection of major and development of an academic plan that aligns with strengths, aspirations, and abilities

The Academic Advisor I/Senior Advisor will:

• Foster students' intellectual and personal development toward academic success

• Interpret and advise students on policies and procedures of the University and College of Arts and Sciences

• Teach students the purpose of General Education and Vol Core requirements, the academic opportunities across colleges, and the Arts and Sciences curriculum

• Conduct pre-health, pre-law, academic probation, and pre-teaching academic advising appointments

• Represent the College of Arts and Sciences at university-wide events

• Provide all services related to new and transfer student orientation advising sessions

• Evaluate students’ progress, assist in development of students’ desired goals, and develop strategic academic plans to accomplish goals

• Inform students of academic options and advise on best courses of action

• Evaluate students’ needs and make appropriate referrals to campus and college resources

• Prepare for advising appointments and maintain confidential detailed student records, ensure accurate records are maintained, correspond with advisees on a regular basis through email

In addition to what is listed above, Senior Advisor will:

• Serve as a mentor to a new A&S advisor, present content during orientation advising training, develop and present professional development programs during A&S advising staff meetings and staff workshops

• Foster professional and personal development.