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Academic Advisor - College of Engineering, Computer Science

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Oct 22, 2025
Academic Advisor - College of Engineering, Computer Science Academic Advisor Hiring Department: Computer Science Location: Chicago IL Requisition ID:1037558 Posting Close Date: 11/6/2025 Salary: 50,000-57,000 About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs. Position Summary The position coordinates, oversees, and engages undergraduate students in promoting their academic, educational, and professional development from orientation up through graduation. Evaluates students' progress in their respective program, counsels and provides guidance and direction regarding degree requirements, programs, academic and professional planning, course registration, selection, and available resources and opportunities. Interprets University, Campus, College, and Department policies and procedures. Develops and presents academic information to orientation groups, potential students, and family members. Guides and supports students in their transition from high school and other colleges/universities to UIC. Duties & Responsibilities Provides academic advising to prospective and declared students in the Department of Computer Science. Advises and monitors students academically from orientation to graduation, determines eligibility and satisfactory progress toward a degree. Communicates academic progress and findings to coaches (for NCAA compliance), financial aid and various administrators, professors and departments. Evaluates students' progress in respective Computer Science programs, evaluating degree requirements, counseling and providing related guidance and direction. Evaluates official student records, including degree checklist, accuracy of grades, overload petitions and curriculum changes with authority to make changes. Documents all pertinent student information. Identifies students' needs, providing guidance and direction to students regarding academic and professional planning. Identifies educational and career options appropriate for each student and assists with the analysis of each option, including possible outcomes and their implications. Develops an action plan for the student to explore alternative careers and related majors Guides students through the petition process for exception to academic policies Serves as a subject matter expert within the college on course content and degree requirements, including study abroad options Maintains and updates the database as needed, to ensure that student records accurately reflect degree progress, academic and student status Participates on a team or committee regarding probation and dismissal, add/drop actions, academic status, degree progress, reinstatement of former students, admission of specific applicant cohorts, awarding of scholarships and other actions as needed Assists with curriculum development and conducts orientation classes for freshmen and transfer students. Assists in the recruitment of potential students by advising them of general academic requirements for Computer Science, disseminates information regarding registration procedures, may prepare and issue recruitment packets and answer related questions from prospective students Advises students transferring from other academic institutions on transfer articulation for Computer Science, and determines how_x000d_ computing courses taken at other institutions, including online courses, will transfer to UIC. Advises students transferring from other programs at UIC on transfer courses as they relate to the Computer Science program requirements. Evaluates and verifies transfer transcripts from other institutions and transfer credit petitions from students transferring within UIC for equivalencies and application to Computer Science program requirements. Performs other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field. Demonstrated work experience in student/academic advising, counseling or other related field preferably in higher education Excellent communication, organization, presentation and computer skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office to include: Outlook, Word, Excel, Power point, along with other related software. Good interpersonal, listening and communication skills. Service oriented attitude. Demonstrate care and interest in advising. Highly organized. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/17186?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-cef31409187c1641a1a3f4af649049f6