Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Position Title: Academic Advisor (2 Openings)
Job Category: Academic Staff
Employment Type: Regular
Job Profile: Academic Advisor
Job Duties: Engages students in decision making processes and promotes appropriate and responsible choices regarding academic and major & career exploration. Maintains appropriate confidentiality, updates student advising records and notes utilizing multiple platforms, such as but not limited to: Navigate, accesSPoint, Transferology. Proactively engages with students and provides academic and career advising related programs and events. Works to ensure students receive accurate, timely, and holistic advising services in support of promoting student success, retention, and program completion. Strives to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment. **Full position description is available upon request. **
Key Job Responsibilities: - Maintains expertise with advised curriculum and may assist in developing and recommending exceptions for policy and curriculum
- Maintains confidentiality and accurate student records and processes and responds to academic inquiries according to established institutional and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) policies
- Proactively engages students as needed
- Participates in the campus-wide advising community providing input to leadership regarding the development of advising, recruitment, and co/curricular programs offered by the school/college
- Receives, processes, and responds to academic inquiries according to established policies and procedures
- Serves as a main point of contact for students and provides information about educational options and academic requirements; assists with identifying and assessing interests, skills, and values to match appropriate field of study/career options, and refers students to appropriate institutional resources
- Implements academic advising events such as workshops, panel discussions, and guest speakers
Department: Academic and Career Advising Center Academic and Career Advising (ACAC) provides comprehensive major exploration and career development services for students and alumni to inspire long-term success. Staff assist students in developing educational and career plans to discover who they are, where they are going, and how to locate and navigate relevant experiences leading to a fulfilling career path.
Compensation: $40,000, minimum, based on qualifications and experience
Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree
- A demonstrated ability to build relationships with students and colleagues.
- Commitment to creating an inclusive environment in which the value of each person is recognized, supported, and respected
- Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, organizational, and self-management skills while working in a fast-paced environment
- High-quality written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree in a related field such as: Higher Education, Counseling, Student Services, or Human Services
- At least one year of relevant experience. This may include work in K-12 education, higher education, and other human service-related fields
- Knowledge of student development theories
How to Apply: TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 8/13/2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents: - Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience - Resume
After you submit your application, you are unable to edit it, so please be sure to include all application materials. Contact Information: Name: Sarah Stajkowski Email:
[email protected] Phone: 715-###-#### If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email: Human Resources Email:
[email protected] Phone: 715-###-#### Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply three (3) professional references/one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor. (Preference to supply five (5) professional references/two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors.) Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.
Special Notes: Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.EverythingPointsHere.com. Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-###-#### or
[email protected]. The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
EEO Statement: Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
