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University of Utah Lead Advisor, English in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah
The Student Success Hub provides a collaborative structure for advisors to support students across multiple programs, a commitment to ongoing professional development, and a supportive leadership team dedicated to professional advising and student success. This Academic Advisor II position will serve as the Lead Advisor for English and be cross-trained in Writing & Rhetoric to facilitate students access to high quality advising experiences while also allowing for variety and expanded opportunities for the advisor.With minimal supervision, this position uses professional advising and guidance skills to assess diverse needs of students and provide appropriate advice related to academic planning and progress leading to degree completion. Contributes to the design, implementation, and evaluation of advising programs that contribute to the academic advising mission of the academic unit.This position serves as a liaison to the relevant academic department to ensure communication around curriculum and to provide a feedback loop between students, advisors, and faculty.This position will assist the University in promoting a climate of respect and equity that cultivates and sustains transformative practices by forging spaces of possibility where people feel valued and welcomed, respecting all students in their quests for individual success through degree programs, certificates, etc.The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skills in communication, time management, and problem solving. The Student Success Hub seeks and values team members who are curious, resilient, proactive, and committed to student success.Questions about the position should be directed to Amanda Jarvis, search committee chair, at Amanda.Jarvis@utah.edu