Academic Advisor Director Assistant

Assistant Director Of Academic Advising

The Assistant Director of Academic Advising provides individualized guidance to students on course selection, registration, and the interpretation of university and college policies and degree requirements. This role helps students identify their skills, interests, and career goals while addressing academic or personal concerns that may affect their success. Working closely with local leadership, the Assistant Director coordinates student services such as orientation programs, pre-professional advising, and the daily operations of the Advising Center. The position also oversees academic advisor staff, including hiring, training, supervision, and performance evaluation.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities : Communication, planning, organization, analysis, collaboration

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes

The University of Kentucky is committed to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and / or drug screen.

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1. What is the role of an academic advisor as it relates to a student's success? (Open Ended Question)

2. How can academic advising be most effective serving our students' evolving needs? (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents :

Resume

Cover Letter

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