Sr Academic Advisor II

This position reports to a Chair, Assistant Dean, Assistant Director, Director, or other administrator of an advising office for an academic department, college, or campus. A Senior Academic Advisor II is an expert on advising practice, applying this expertise to program development, mentoring, and comprehensive advising of multifaceted student advising populations. The position develops policy, recommends appropriate counseling practice in a specialized program, and conducts advising which integrates academic, career, and social issues. A Senior Academic Advisor II serves as mentor to other Academic Advisors and support staff in practices and procedures, and serves on college or university advising policy committees. This position may supervise, but still has the major duty of performing direct advising requiring considerable contact with students through individual interviews, group meetings and workshops. A Senior Academic Advisors II is expected to possess comprehensive knowledge about academic programs, careers opportunities and student support services. This position is distinguished from a Sr. Academic Advisor through its extensive involvement in administration of an advising program, which involves training staff, acting as a consultant or direct advisor in more specialized cases, contributing to the development advising practices and policies, and leading initiatives on advising related committees. This position requires a Master's degree in Education, Counseling or academic field directly related to the Advisor's specific responsibilities and 7 years of academic advising experience, two years of which must have been at the Sr. Academic Advisor level or equivalent. Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree. Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate ( is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S. SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed: (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree; (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree; (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree; (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment. Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310. Advises students concerning their academic plans and progress, academic schedule, choice of major, and other academic activities and career goals, to assist the student in making decisions concerning personal educational goals leading to graduation. Evaluates complex educational plans and develops options so that a degree may be attained in the 4-6 year timeframe. Coordinates and serves as a mentor and trainer for other staff and advisors regarding advising programs and policies at university, state, and federal levels. This includes educating others on the intricacies and complexities of advising multifaceted student populations and of transfer articulation, including FL Community College courses and SUS system. Supports the Director in solving and assessing complex issues related to policy and procedures. Collaborates and maintains strong working relationships with other units at the University, such as the Career Center and Registrar's Office, and refers students when appropriate. Assists students with identification of long term goals and career plans. Works to position students to meet requirements for graduation within appropriate periods of time while preparing them to meet future goals. Provides leadership and/or advanced service on appropriate department, college and/or campus advisory committees. Coordinates, leads, and/or provides opportunities for professional development, campus engagement, and training for students, staff, and advisors. Counsels other staff and advisors on matters related to the complexities and understanding of university catalog requirements. Initiates promotion of the roles advisors play in student success and progression towards degree completion within their area and/or university community through professional development opportunities. Manages and problem solves higher level, complex matters relating, but not limited to: student advising, graduation requirements, and academic and educational issues.