Academic Advisor

University of Wisconsin-Madison

. Advise students throughout their academic careers, focusing on pre-business students, business certificate students, and transfer-pathway students .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • United StatesJunior💰 $54,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in academic advising and student support, with a focus on developing programs and initiatives that enhance student success and engagement. Maintains compliance with FERPA policies while providing accurate information and resources to students.

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Academic Advising ExperienceStudent Program DevelopmentFERPA ComplianceCollaboration with Campus PartnersHigher Education Experience

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Hard Skills

Student Record MaintenanceWorkshop ImplementationCurriculum ExpertisePolicy Exception AssistanceCareer Assessment

Soft Skills

Proactive EngagementCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaboration Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationStudent ServicesTransfer-Pathway StudentsBusiness Certificate StudentsConfidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise students throughout their academic careers, focusing on pre-business students, business certificate students, and transfer-pathway students
Collaborate with Wisconsin School of Business colleagues and campus partners to support student success
Implement student services and initiatives
Develop and deliver student programs, workshops, orientation activities, and other initiatives
Maintain confidential and accurate student records in accordance with FERPA policies
Implement academic advising events, including workshops, panel discussions, and guest speakers
Serve as a primary student contact and provide information about educational options and academic requirements
Help students assess interests, skills, and values to identify suitable fields of study and career options
Refer students to appropriate institutional resources
Participate in the campus-wide advising community and provide input on advising, recruitment, and co-curricular programs
Proactively engage students as needed
Maintain expertise in the advised curriculum and assist with policy and curriculum exceptions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 1 year of higher education or teaching experience
Bachelor’s degree required
Academic advising experience in higher education preferred
Eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Successful applicants may be required to complete a criminal background check
Final candidates may be required to provide references and answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous vacation
Holidays
Paid time off
Competitive insurances
Savings accounts
Retirement benefits