Academic Advisor - College of Engineering, Academic Resource Center
 University of Illinois Chicago | |
 United States, Illinois, Chicago | |
 Sep 12, 2025 | |
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Academic Advisor - College of Engineering, Academic Resource Center Academic Advisor - College of Engineering Hiring Department: College of Engineering - Undergraduate Affairs Location: Chicago, IL Requisition ID:1035820 Posting Close Date: September 24, 2025 Salary: The salary for this position is $57,000 annually. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary: The position coordinates, oversees and engages undergraduate students in promoting their academic, educational and professional development from orientation up through graduation. Evaluates students' progress in their respective program, counsels and provides guidance and direction regarding degree requirements, programs, academic and professional planning, course registration, selection and available resources and opportunities. Interprets University, Campus and College policies and procedures. Has the authority to make commitments on behalf of the University. Develops and presents academic information to orientation groups, potential students, and family members. Guides and supports students in their transition from high school and other colleges/universities to UIC. Duties & Responsibilities: Monitors academic progress of students; determines eligibility and satisfactory progress toward degree; identifies current and potential needs or problem areas (e.g., study skills, tutoring, and counseling) and refers students to appropriate campus resources for assistance or counseling; communicates academic progress and findings to coaches (for NCAA compliance), financial aid and various administrators and professors. Advises student academically from orientation to graduation Meets with students, by appointment, on a walk-in basis, via group advising, open advising and cohort advising sessions, to assess and advise students on academic and career issues; identifies the educational and career options appropriate for each student and assists with the analysis of each option, including possible outcomes and their implications; develops an action plan for the student to explore alternative careers and related majors. Engages students to ensure successful completion of a degree. Serves as an ambassador to students to help deal with poor grades, changing majors/minors and provides support for students facing academic difficulties. Asks appropriate questions to determine how to best serve the student. Evaluates official student records including degree checklist; documents all pertinent student information; updates computerized information system regarding changes to student status. Interacts with Faculty members and Directors, especially the Directors of Undergraduate Studies, to gather and provide new information regarding curriculum, student academic difficulties and performance to present a unified message to students. Advises students transferring from other academic institutions on transfer articulation and determines how courses taken at other institutions, including online courses, will transfer to UIC. Evaluates and verifies transfer transcripts from other academic institutions for equivalencies and application to degree program. Interprets and explains college and university policies and procedures; participates in preparation of new student orientation and presents academic information to interested students and family members during preview days and recruitment events. Serves as policy expert for the college. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications:
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