Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

M-F; 8am-5pm; occasional after hour events and travel.

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The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

This position reports to the Director of Advising and Curriculum Systems under the CAES Office of Academic Affairs and will advise students in select departments within CAES. Academic Advisor positions in the College will be housed in and work closely with the departments that coordinate the students' majors they are assigned. In addition to professional, independent work advising students on course and program selection, this position assists departments within CAES with student recruitment and retention, experiential learning and career Development activities. The advisor attends department meetings and works closely with department faculty, gathering information to disseminate to students and providing feedback to faculty to aid in department decisions. This role also assists students in preparing for and participating in experiential learning and other student enrichment activities. Advisors at this level are expected to have full knowledge of resources that support students in areas other than their academic life and to refer students to appropriate individuals and offices as needed.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Advising Students:
Meet with students to recommend courses for the next semester, prepare advising forms, answer student questions, and direct students to resources on campus. This involves extensive prep time, competency in advising-related software, and awareness of campus resources.

Recruitment:
Participate in recruitment events for the college and the academic departments in which the position's majors are housed.

Professional Development:
Attend classes, workshops, and conferences related to academic advising and student affairs. This can include, but is not limited to, the Certificate in Academic Advising, Fall and Spring Advisor Workshops, Advisor Brown Bags, and NACADA conferences as budget allows.

Meetings:
Regularly attend advisor meetings, staff meetings, committee meetings, and others as needed.