Academic Advisor II, Pre-Professions Apply
Full job description
Posting Number
req19054
Department
A Center
Department Website Link
Location
Main Campus
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
This position reports to the Associate Director of Pre-Professions in The A Center, a unit within the Office of Undergraduate Education. The Pre-Professions Academic Advisor II will provide academic advising to students from all majors who are interested in pursuing law school or careers in health care (including medicine, dentistry, physician assistant, physical therapy, pharmacy, occupational therapy, and other graduate level health professions), and will assist in the delivery of programming and outreach sponsored by The A Center. This position requires some evening and weekend work, and some travel.
The A Center supports advising and student services for all No Major selected students, (undecided) students. In addition, we support students across the university with Pre-Health, Pre-Law, and major exploration advising, and by hosting and participating in special events such as the annual Meet Your Major, Pre-Health, and Pre-Law Expos.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide developmental advising, major exploration advising, and informational programs to meet the specific needs of pre-law students and/or pre-health students pursuing academic programs leading to health-related professional school admission
- Assist students with identifying prerequisite courses, application processes, and extracurricular activities for various health professions
- Assists & counsel students in determining educational plans, choosing courses, and exploring minors, majors, and career options
- Coordinate a pre-professions peer ambassador program
- Provide general education academic advising and registration assistance to students enrolled in The A Center
- Provide supplemental program planning and support for the Pre-Professions Advising including the development and maintenance of web-based information on academic requirements and admission to health professional schools, and health career options
- Assist with the planning and implementation of several events and programs such as the Health Professions Expo, Law School Expo, Patient Experience Volunteer Program, and Global MedCats
- Facilitate related pre-law and/or pre-health profession workshops and presentations
- Collaborate with The A Center team to provide quality programs and services, including new student and transfer Orientation
- Participate in university-wide recruitment activities such as Destination Arizona,\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\" UA Road Trips, AZX, and Admitted Student Day to provide information about Pre-Professions to prospective students
- Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental mission, goals, objectives, and programs
- Responsible for the revamping of content, deployment, and upkeep of website
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of student development theory
- Knowledge of advising practices and principles
- Ability to communicate with diverse student populations effectively and professionally, university personnel, representatives from businesses and the community
- Ability to effectively prioritize and perform duties autonomously
- Excellent communication and presentation skills and proactive, open, and responsive interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with university personnel.
- Ability to work evening and weekends, as needed
- Ability to work closely and effectively with multiple departments, organizations, and individuals in a complex environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Minimum of 3 years of successful experience in providing academic advising or in teaching/counseling in higher education.
- This position requires some evening and weekend work, and some travel.
- Ability to travel (locally, regionally and/or nationally) and have a valid drivers license with the ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Higher Education, Counseling or related field.
- Fluent in Spanish (verbal & written)
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Student Services
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
$47,356 - $59,195
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
6
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizonas good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Grade Range Minimum
$47356
Grade Range Midpoint
$59195
Grade Range Maximum
$71034
Career Stream and Level
PC2
Job Family
Academic Advising
Job Function
Student Services
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
3/29/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Eduardo Hernandez, eduardoh@arizona.edu
Open Date
3/12/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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