Job Description
Posting Details Posting Details
Job Title Academic Advisor II
Requisition Number RE55951
Working Title Department Name 1B240: University Advising
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 44
Salary Range $44,678-71,469/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: Required Related Experience 3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification None
Physical Requirements Sitting/standing at workstation for extended periods; and lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects.
Shift Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm with some evening and weekend work on an as needed basis
Job Summary The Academic Advisor II will work with students through direct one-on-one advising, including but not limited to providing information on course selection and registration, interpreting and explaining university and college policies and degree requirements, assisting students to identify skill interest and career options, and advising students on academic-related issues specific to that individual student. The Academic Advisor II will regularly monitor student progress to degree, considering current coursework, as well as any previously earned credit to assist the student with maintaining timely degree completion. In addition to these responsibilities, the Academic Advisor II will assist with multiple orientations/advising conferences throughout the academic year.
Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 10/23/2026
Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Tags
Full time, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Afternoon shift