Academic Advisor - Military veterans preferred

2025-09-23
University of Pittsburgh
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
15260
United States


Academic Advisor



The Academic Advisor will provide academic advising to undergraduate students seeking academic credentials (majors, minors, and/or certificates) through various Dietrich School and/or CGS departments and programs in the Social Sciences. The advisor will be cross-trained to provide academic advising services in areas that may include, but are not limited to, Law, Criminal Justice, and Society, Urban Studies, the International Studies co-major, etc. Prior academic or professional experience in these areas is a plus. The advisor will be expected to gain familiarity with other academic programs within the Dietrich School and CGS to provide advising services as needed.


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

Must be able to use a computer and keyboard. Must be able to use video communication technology (TEAMS, ZOOM, etc). Work is frequently done by phone, email, in-person, or using video technology. The ability to communicate in clear and concise fashions is essential.


Physical Effort

This position is generally sedentary within an office setting, but the ability to travel around campus is necessary.



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: Master's 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 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Hiring Range: $45,000 to $50,000 annually

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




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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