Academic Advisor

About The University Of Georgia:

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

• Posting Number: S14746P
• Working Title:
  
  Academic Advisor I
• Department: ENGR-Experiential Prg & Outrea
• Posting Type:
  External
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Benefits Eligibility:
  Benefits Eligible
• Full/Part Time:
  Full Time
• Schedule:
  
  Mon‑Friday, 8am‑5pm (fully in-person, main Athens campus)
• Advertised Salary: $48,000+ (based on experience)
• Posting Date: 02/19/2026
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes
• Proposed Starting Date: 04/01/2026
• Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
• FLSA:
  Exempt
• FTE: 1.00
• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Academic Advisor I

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• 3 Professional references with contact information

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

The University System of Georgia’s core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available online at https://_conduct
. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https:///C2653
.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Basic knowledge of Sage, Degree Works, Athena, and other UGA advising software

This Academic Advisor I position within UGA’s College of Engineering is an entry‑level advising role supporting incoming and current Engineering undergraduate students in their academic pursuits. The advisor facilitates one‑on‑one advising sessions, understands degree requirements and university policies, provides general support related to student decision‑making, exploration, and development, and makes referrals as appropriate.

The role reports directly to the College of Engineering Director of Advising and manages a caseload of approximately 275–305 advisees. The advisor collaborates with other Academic Advisor I, II, and III advisors both independently and as part of the college advising team.

• Knowledgeable about or eager to learn university and college degree requirements
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Familiar with or eager to learn University’s electronic student systems and databases
• Effective oral and written communicator to students, staff, faculty, peers and leadership
• Will establish and maintain effective working relationships for the betterment of student success, team success, and continuous professional learning

• General office duties
• Sitting at computer for long periods of time

• Assist students with curriculum planning and registration each semester; maintain student records/files.
• Effectively facilitate one‑on‑one advising…