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Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32). Position Information Position Title Position Title Academic Advisor I Requisition Number Requisition Number S02184P Position Category Position Category Staff Campus Location Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week 40 Months per year Months per year 12 Pay Grade Pay Grade E31 FLSA FLSA Exempt Job Summary/Basic Function Individual will provide academic advisement to students majoring within the Lindquist College of Arts & Humanities. Academic advising includes assisting students with admissions processes, providing information on financial aid options, advising on academic program requirements (including General Education requirements), university, college and departmental policies and procedures, and academic career planning. The Academic Advisor will help students resolve challenges regarding enrollment, retention, persistence to graduation and refer students to other WSU support services to help them achieve their academic and career goals. This individual will assist in various student recruitment and orientation events at the university, college and departmental level (e.g. Purple Carpet Events, Major Fest, Block Party, etc.), and is expected to work closely with the World Languages and Cultures Department, the Arts & Humanities Career Counselor and to assist other members of the advising team and dean’s office staff as assigned. The Advisor is expected to participate in the University Academic Advising Council ( UAAC ) and may be asked to serve on various university, college and departmental committees. Advisor may be asked to contact students flagged in the Starfish early alert system by phone or email in coordination with the Advising Coordinator during Starfish retention initiatives. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required. Required Qualifications Required: One year full-time college employment experience, preferably in enrollment services (academic advisement, registration, admissions or financial aid), student services or the equivalent. Proficiency with computer applications including word processing, email, Internet, and spreadsheets. Spanish fluency Preferred Qualifications Seeking applicants with the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Experience with career and/or internship advising Strong verbal and written communication, listening, record keeping, and information management Familiarity with technological tools such as Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar) and Adobe. A successful candidate will be willing to Background Check? Yes Benefits Summary WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Job Open Date Job Open Date 09/30/2025 Review Date Review Date 10/14/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes The annual salary for this position starts at $44,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package. Physical Activity of this position Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance. Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work. Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading. Conditions the worker will be subject to None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? jobs.weber.edu KSL Chronicle of Higher Education Higher Ed Jobs Agency Referral Personal Referral Internal Job Posting Advertisement/Publication Other web advertisement Other * Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No. If yes, please enter your W#(W followed by eight numbers). (Open Ended Question) * Are you bilingual (English and Spanish)? Yes No Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter List of References with Contact Info Optional Documents #J-18808-Ljbffr

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