Academic Advising Professional, College of Information Science

The University of Arizona's College of Information Science invites you to apply to the role of Academic Advising Professional I.

In this rewarding role, you will develop and implement strategies, systems, processes, learning experiences, and support networks that foster student success and help achieve meaningful academic and career outcomes. You will play an important role in enhancing the overall student experience by guiding students as they successfully integrate into the university community and thrive both personally and academically.

The University of Arizona College of Information Science focuses on the intersection of people, data, and technology, offering innovative programs in information science, data science, cybersecurity, game design, and immersive technologies. Established in 2023 and expanded in 2025, the college provides STEM-designated undergraduate and master's degrees, and a PhD. in Information. With nationally ranked programs such as the #1 Best Online Bachelor's in Cybersecurity, #4 Best Master's in Data Science, and #10 Global Ranking of Library an Information Science Programs, we emphasize computational thinking, ethical reasoning, and multicultural communication while driving research and partnerships such as Arizona Cybersecurity Academy, AI Core, Gaming and Virtual Worlds, Human -Centered Computing, and many other areas of research.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Provide advising and academic support for freshmen, transfer, and readmitted students across multiple campuses, including Main, Online, and South, to promote successful degree completion. Responsibilities include assessing each student's stage of development, fostering their academic growth by connecting them with appropriate resources and support services, academic schedules, evaluating transfer and military credit for application toward degree requirements, and helping students establish realistic and attainable academic goals.
• Collaborate with Student Services team on enrollment, career and student engagement, retention, and other initiatives in support of successful degree completion.
• Uses University systems with proficiency to maintain accurate student files, records, notes to track and review student progression.
• Aligns with other University professionals and Student Services staff to stay up to date on advising best practices, policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure student success.
• Attends campus wide advising meetings, participate in institution wide advising initiatives (orientation, outreach, etc).
• Shadow experienced advisors to develop skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General knowledge of principles, theories and concepts regarding student advising, student development and career planning principles.
• Knowledge of FERPA regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem solving an critical thinking.
• Proficiency in student information systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various groups and individuals.
• Ability to identify needs of students and recommend student resources based on student needs.
• Ability to build rapport with students.
• Ability to evaluate academic progress and identify barriers to success.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's degree required.
• One (1) year of relevant work experience is required.