Academic Advisor bei University of Pittsburgh

The University of Pittsburgh School of Business is seeking an Academic Advisor to support undergraduate business students.   Academic Advisors work within the Tafel Center for Student Success and play a critical role in the success and satisfaction of undergraduate students.  

The Academic Advisor assists students with identifying their long-term goals and career plans and making educational plans to help them achieve their goals.  The work consists of meeting with students to support them with scheduling, understanding degree requirements for graduation and the academic policies and procedures of the School.  Advisors play a key role in connecting students with resources.

The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.  The work requires maintaining student files and updating databases.  Accuracy in review of a student's grades, progress to degree and similar requirements is critical to success in the position.  The successful candidate will also have strong communication skills with ability to provide information through verbal and written communication.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

Our mission is to empower future-ready leaders — principled, people-centered, tech-fluent, and resilient — to create meaningful impact through business.

Our world-class faculty generate pioneering insights, tools, and strategies to help students and organizations thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Our dedicated staff provide the personalized support every student needs to unlock their full potential. Through hands-on learning, forward-thinking programs, and a global, lifelong network, we are shaping the professional's business needs today — and the visionary leaders the world demands tomorrow.

Job Summary

Utilizes basic advising knowledge, theory, and practical experience to serve as an academic liaison for students to identify academic and career goals, select appropriate courses, and plan for degree attainment. Manages small, routine projects. 

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Utilizes basic advising knowledge, theory, and practical experience to serve as an academic liaison for students to identify academic and career goals, select appropriate courses, and plan for degree attainment. Manages small, routine projects.

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To be present as scheduled in the Undergraduate Advising Program, to be able to effectively communicate with students.

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Position is generally sedentary but may require walking on campus to attend meetings/events.

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