Job Description

The Engineering Advising & Student Engagement (EASE) Center has an outstanding opportunity for Senior Academic Adviser to join their team.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Assistant Director for Student Academic Services, the Senior Academic Adviser provides advising, programs, and services to support first-year Engineering Undeclared students who are clarifying their academic interests and goals and preparing for entry into majors. Additionally, this position supervises front desk student staff, as well as supports transfer student outreach, recruitment, and successful transition to the College.

Duties and Responsibilities

Academic Advising (65%)

• Serve as assigned academic adviser for a caseload of around 325 Engineering Undeclared students. Provide one-on-one developmental advising that includes helping students:
• Provide Quick Question drop-in advising accessible to all ENGRUD students.
• Perform outreach and strengths-based advising to students on their advising caseload who are not meeting continuation requirements.
• Connect with other campus units (Undergraduate Academic Affairs Academic Advising, New Student & Transfer Programs, Undergraduate Admissions, Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity, Office of the University Registrar, Student Athlete Academic Services, University Honors Program, etc.) as applicable to provide holistic advising services to Engineering Undeclared students.

Programmatic and Administrative Responsibilities (20%)

• Collaborate with Advancement colleagues to plan, market, and execute Engineering Exploration Night, the EASE team’s second-largest annual signature event typically occurring in early winter quarter.
• Review and assess students' Placement Request Forms to support the placement process of Engineering Undeclared students into engineering majors.
• Support development and implementation of workshops around topics such as registration and placement preparation.
• Assist in the delivery of the college's major programs such as Advising & Orientation, Admitted Student Day, Engineering Launch, etc.

Prospective Transfer Student Advising (10%)

• Support the prospective transfer student population by providing advising services with the overall goal of facilitating an efficient transfer for community college pre-engineering students.
• Collaborate with the Recruitment & Youth Engagement Program Manager to support outreach and yield efforts for prospective community college transfer students.
• Collaborate with departmental advisers to support transfer students’ transition into the College of Engineering.

Support Student Academic Services Team (5%)

• Provide support as needed to the engradv email account.
• Contribute to the process of updating engineering major sample four-year plans annually.
• Support application review as needed for College of Engineering programs and/or awards (for example, Emerging Leaders in Engineering program, Dean’s Medal).

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social science, science, engineering, or humanities discipline.
• Three years of academic advising, student counseling, or teaching experience.
• Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager

Additional Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including public speaking and ability to articulate ideas clearly.
• Ability to provide an emphatic, yet professional and efficient approach to working with students from diverse backgrounds and those with a spectrum of personal and academic challenges.
• Ability to identify areas for improvement, set priorities, and initiate solutions as a strong independent contributor and collaborative team member.
• Demonstrated organizational skills including effectively managing various tasks in the context of a fast-paced environment while ensuring attention to detail, accuracy, and quality results.
• Flexibility to work occasional workday evenings and/or weekend events. Frequency is anticipated to be around 1-2 times a quarter. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with engineering/STEM.
• Experience with Microsoft and Google workspace platforms.

Application Requirement

Cover Letter:

• An introduction
• State the specific position for which they are applying
• A summary of how your qualifications, skills, and experiences align with the key responsibilities and requirements of the position.

About the Team

The Engineering Advising & Student Engagement (EASE) Center provides student programming and advising for a population of roughly 1,100 first-year undergraduate Engineering Undeclared students. The mission of the EASE team is to provide advising and programming that establishes a foundation for Engineering Undeclared students to feel a sense of belonging, be equipped with the tools to explore engineering pathways, and be prepared to transition into their engineering major To learn more about the Undergraduate Advising team please visit: https://www.engr.washington.edu/current/academics.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$75,600.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$75,600.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.