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Smeal Academic Adviser Senior Professional

Penn State University
University Park, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Jun 2025
💰 $81,500/yr($56,200/yr – $81,500/yr)

About the role

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

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POSITION SPECIFICS​

Academic Advisers provide academic evaluation, guidance, and assistance to students. Responsibilities include assessing student interests, abilities, and academic performance; providing guidance including course selection and schedules; assisting with resolving academic issues.
  • Assess student needs and provide academic advice; advise students in course selection, scheduling, and other academic matters; monitor academic progress; assist in resolving academic issues; make referrals as needed; maintain and ensure confidentiality of student records
  • Assist with coordinating designated student group testing, consulting, and advising program/services
  • Prepare and disseminate information to a variety of audiences
  • Coordinate and participate in recruitment and retention activities; conduct meetings for prospective students/families, high school counselors, and University staff
  • Serve as liaison between students, faculty, staff, campus and University constituents
  • May evaluate academic advising services; as instructed, propose, update, or develop programs/improvements
  • May serve as mentor to other academic advising staff; coordinate training and development
  • May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

 

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Master's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None

 

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

 

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $56,200.00 - $81,500.00.

 

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

 

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