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Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Grade 4 (Salaried)Position Description:Do you have a passion for helping transfer students with academic planning and goal-setting? University of Louisville ULtra is seeking a motivated individual to join our team. Academic Advisor II position will be responsible for assisting with academic advising and planning for the pipeline of Jefferson Community & Technical College (JCTC) students wanting to transfer to University of Louisville. Located at JCTC’s Downtown Campus in Louisville Kentucky, this position will assist students through academic and career decision-making as they develop an understanding of how personal interests, abilities, and values align with academic and career fields. Some remote work available.JOB SUMMARYThis position will be responsible for the pipeline of JCTC students wanting to transfer to UofL’s selective programs and overall recruitment efforts. Specific programmatic knowledge and familiarity with the departments will allow for a better advising experience. This position will also work with JCTC to promote academic “pathways” for students and advisors to ensure that students are taking the correct coursework for transfer.Academic Advisor II will assist students through academic and career decision-making as they develop an understanding of how personal interests, abilities, and values align with academic and career fields. Additionally, academic counselors provide traditional academic advising functions including assisting students with degree planning, registration, and enrollment/re-enrollment processes. Academic Advisor II are expected to develop comprehensive institutional, college, and departmental knowledge including structure, mission, resources, technology, policies, and procedures. Academic Advisor II refers students to other campus services as needed and work closely with campus offices to help students navigate the university's policies and processes.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvide academic advising to 350 ULtra students interested in UofL programs with detailed knowledge of Selective Admission’s programs at UofL. Using holistic, student-centered approaches, building and nurture on-going relationships to assist students in developing academic, professional, and personal goals to correspond with their long-term plans. Coordinate and organize UL presence at JCTC freshman orientation sessions and for the purposes of advising and recruiting JCTC students.Assist with the coordination of ULtra initiatives. Serve on various campus and community committees as requested or appointed to represent ULtra. Pursue professional development opportunities focused on improving academic advising and student success to enhance knowledge and expand effectiveness as an advisor and member of advising community.Act as liaison with UL and JCTC departments, serve as contact for KCTCS schools, community groups, agencies and JCPS high school counselors.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of three years of experience working in higher education or related field, with a preference of work specifically in academic advising.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Slate or CRM experience, Peoplesoft. Experience in admissions and enrollment.Strong interpersonal communication skills.COMPETENCIESAbility to build rapport and sustain relationships with students.Experience and comfort working with diverse student populations, including but not limited to first generation students, low-income students, and underrepresented students.High level of interpersonal communication, problem solving, time management and organizational skills.Familiarity with technology related to word processing and student information systems.Ability to work independently and in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.Knowledge of and ability to apply student development theory.Experience working in a fast-paced, high student contact environment.Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@louisville.edu or 502.852.6258.Assistance and AccommodationsComputers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.