Undergraduate Academic Advisor

Job Description

Applications are invited for the position of Undergraduate Academic Advisor in the College of Science at Virginia Tech. This is a full-time, administrative and professional faculty, calendar-year position.

The successful candidate will serve in the Statistics Department within the College of Science. The advisor will play a vital role in supporting student success through comprehensive academic guidance and student-centered engagement. This position is primarily onsite, with an expectation of regular in-person engagement.

Primary responsibilities include providing one-on-one advising; maintaining clear, consistent, and accurate communication with students; and ensuring the confidential and precise management of student records. The advisor will primarily work with majors, offering guidance on course selection and registration, developing individualized plans of study, monitoring academic progress toward graduation, and completing graduation clearance processes. The position also involves interpreting and communicating university and college policies and procedures, engaging in electronic communication with students, and supporting students who are not making satisfactory academic progress by identifying challenges and developing targeted remediation plans.

The selected candidate will be expected to participate in cross-training to support other undergraduate programs within the College of Science and may occasionally assist other departments with advising needs as they arise. Opportunities to contribute to First-Year Experience courses may also be available.

Professional Competencies:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong academic advising expertise or ability and a student-centered approach, with the ability to guide students effectively in course selection, degree planning, and understanding university policies. They will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, maintain high standards of accuracy and confidentiality in student records, and demonstrate strong attention to detail. Success in this role requires effective problem-solving, sound judgment, and the ability to support students in overcoming academic challenges. The candidate should be highly organized, adaptable, and able to collaborate across programs, with a demonstrated commitment to fostering a supportive and welcoming learning community.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and advising experience.
• Excellent communication, organizational, time management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet established deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Workspace equivalents (Docs, Sheets, Gmail).
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with FERPA, university, and departmental guidelines.
• Proven ability to effectively engage with diverse populations, including students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and prospective students and their families.

Preferred Qualifications

We recognize that candidates may not meet every preferred qualification listed. We encourage you to apply if your experience and skills align with the core responsibilities of the role.

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution, preferably in student development, counseling, education, or a related field.
• Experience working within an academic unit, including roles in academic advising, student services, recruitment, and/or curriculum processes.

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Salary begins at $53,000 and is commensurate with relevant experience.

Hours per week

40 (exempt); occasional evenings and weekends for events

Review Date

July 13, 2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

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