Graduate Student Advisor

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a qualified candidate to fill an Academic Advisor position in the Katz Graduate School of Business. The Academic Advisor will manage all functions necessary to administer graduate business programs as assigned by the Director of Graduate Programs. This position is responsible for end-to-end student satisfaction beginning with matriculation and through the graduation certification process, which includes the following:

• student communications
• program documentation
• orientation
• academic advising
• student services
• co-curricular and professional development engagement
• graduation

In addition, the Academic Advisor provides student services support for students as directed by Associate Director and compiles statistical data for reports and surveys upon request for both internal and external sources. The incumbent will work collaboratively with peers and independently within the scope of responsibilities with occasional day-to-day monitoring by Associate Director. In addition, the incumbent coordinates with faculty as needed regarding routine academic and curricular matters.

Job Summary

Utilizes advanced advising knowledge, theory, and practical experience to serve as an academic liaison for students to identify academic and career goals, select appropriate courses, and plan for degree attainment. Manages small to medium-sized, moderately complex projects.

Essential Functions

Advising students, maintaining database, registration sessions, orientation sessions. Ability to interact with others, inside and outside of the University. Ability to use PC/Software. Good interpersonal and organization skills and working knowledge of University procedures. Work in the Graduate Education Suite should reflect attention to detail.

Physical Effort

This position is generally sedentary but requires mobility (primarily on-campus or locally) and may require standing and traveling. No heavy lifting is required.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Academic Advisor II Job Family: Academic & Student Services Job Sub Family: Academic Advising Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Masters Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter Optional Documents: Not Applicable PI245051482