Academic Advisor II - CAPLA
Posting Number: req21868
Department: CAPLA Administration
Location: Main Campus
Address: 1040 N Olive Rd. , Tucson, AZ 85721 USA
Position Highlights
The College of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture (CAPLA) is seeking an Academic Advisor who will play a pivotal role in student success and development. This position encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities, from academic advising and registration assistance to data analysis and collaboration with faculty on curriculum design. The academic advisor will guide students through successfully completing their degree program and career development. The academic advisor will assist with course planning and departmental events. This position will support the development and implementation of strategies, systems and processes that support the achievement of desired academic and career outcomes, including the overall student experience.CAPLA is an international leader in the development of sustainable design and planning solutions for arid regions of the world. CAPLA's setting in Tucson offers inspiration and guidance to faculty and students working directly with and in response to the diverse ecology and culture of the Sonoran Desert while developing processes for analysis and design that are portable to other arid and semi-arid locales.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
- Advising
- Assist CAPLA students in determining educational plans, choosing courses, and exploring majors, minors, and career options. Conduct orientations and manage student registration across main campus, online platforms, and microcampuses.
- Assess Advanced Placement (AP) credits and other high school-acquired credits for equivalency.
Counsel students on options to satisfy degree requirements. - Provide guidance to students seeking to change their major, entering and exiting specific disciplines.
- Offer specialized advising to students on academic warning, probation, or with eligibility concerns.
- Monitor students' academic progress, determine satisfactory progress toward degree, and assist students in completion.
- Identify current and potential needs and problem areas (e.g., study skills, tutoring) and coach students through those difficulties by developing academic actions plans, and/or refers to appropriate campus resources for assistance as needed.
- Advise on online major selections and work closely with AZ Online to ensure seamless transitions.
- Provide guidance to students on scholarship opportunities and applications.
- Assist students with mid-semester course modifications, ensuring their aware of academic implications.
- Communicate with students and faculty via email, phone, and in-person to address academic issues, assess student progress, advise on life-work balance, financial matters, and mental health, and participate in student-centered events.
- Administration
- May assist with the Milestone process for
admission to the Core Phase of the B.Arch. - Evaluate and approve transfer
credits from other institutions to ensure students receive appropriate credit
for their prior academic achievements. - May perform degree audits to verify that students meet all their program requirements to facilitate a smooth graduation process.
- Monitor student retention rates and
regularly report trends and potential
areas of concern to the academic leadership team. - Conduct data analysis to provide school and college administrators with actionable insights, helping them make informed decisions regarding academic programs and student performance.
- Work with faculty members to address challenges and suggest improvements in curriculum design to optimize student learning outcomes.
- Attend faculty meetings as invited to ensure
effective communication and collaboration across academic units. Collaborate with Advising + Recruitment
Team by contributing strategies to attract and
guide prospective students through their academic journey. - Collaborate
with the Marketing and Communications department to promote our programs and
highlight the successes of faculty and students. Participate in the FRAME Squad, working on special projects and
initiatives aimed at enhancing the educational experience for students. - Serve
on university committees focused on advising, when feasible, bringing expertise
to help shape effective strategies and best practices. - Participate as a member of CAPLA
committees when invited or elected.
- May assist with the Milestone process for
- Communication and Financial
Tracking:- May assist with the monthly newsletters, among other student communications, to keep the student body informed and engaged
with the latest campus updates and events. - Assist
with scholarships and other student
financial matters, diligently ensuring students receive financial support and recognition for
their academic and extracurricular achievements.
- May assist with the monthly newsletters, among other student communications, to keep the student body informed and engaged
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of University systems to maintain student files and records.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Bachelor's degree required.
FLSA: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Student Services
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $47,356 - $59,195
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
6
Career Stream and Level
PC2
Job Family
Academic Advising
Job Function
Student Services
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Contact Information for Candidates
Janet McFadden
janetmcfadden@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please include in your cover letter a description of your interest in and experience working with students.
