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Job Title Advisor I

Job Grade AS17S

Division Academic Affairs

College/Dept College of Arts and Sciences

Department CAS

Requisition Number 2026-00313

FTE (full-time equivalency) 100.00

Work Schedule Monday through Friday 8:00a.m.-5:00 p.m. and sometimes in evenings or weekends

Appointment Term 12- 12/12 months

Pay Information $50,000 - $52,000

Pay Schedule Annually

FLSA Designation Exempt

Position Summary

The role of the Academic Advisor 1 at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and in the College of Arts and Sciences is to provide students guidance to achieve a meaningful educational experience and develop professional and personal goals. The Academic Advisor position works primarily advising UNO students and supports and assists the department and peer advisors on project responsibilities.

Job Duties

Responsibility Area: Academic Advising

Duties:

• Academic Advising: Manages an assigned caseload or serves as primary advisor for unit, including personalized guidance from admission through graduation. Assists with course recommendations and developing academic plans of study that aligns with the students’ goals. Completes necessary forms and write recommendation/support letters for students. Example: Career Advising

• Transfer and Credit Evaluation: Evaluate official and unofficial academic credit for transfer to UNO. Employ independent judgement to the application of transfer credit in order to minimize time to degree completion and overall cost while maintaining the integrity of the degree requirements.

• Retention and Persistence: Providing proactive, comprehensive, and exceptional service in monitoring reenrollment and student progress to enrollment. Foster student success, persistence and engagement while support students in their academic journey, incorporating best practices in academic advising.

• Student Support, Coaching and Referral: Support and coach students in academic difficulty, probation, and other concerns. Refer when appropriate.

• New Student Onboarding: Orient and welcome newly admitted UNO students and introduce/teach key institutional processes and technologies.

• Recruiting Activities: Offer prospective students personalized guidance through recruiting events, meetings, and transcript evaluation. Promote the value of a 4-year degree and the UNO general education curriculum.

• Strategic Planning and Oversight: Engage in unit/college/campus-wide strategic planning and initiatives. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation of advising. Seek ongoing professional development and maintain cohesive work connections.

• University and Professional Involvement: Participate in university committees, programs, and events. Explore further development through active engagement in NACADA and student population or academic program specific associations.

• Other duties as assigned

Percentage Of Time 100

Essential Function: Yes

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Required Experience

NA

Required License/Certification

NA

Required Additional Qualifications:

NA

Preferred Education

Master’s degree

Preferred Experience

NA

Preferred License/Certification

NA

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

NA

Compliance Requirements

Credit Check No

Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check No

Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment No

Drug Screen No

EEO Statement:

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.