About the University of Cincinnati

At the University of Cincinnati College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies (CCPS), we believe that experimental learning and career education are essential components of higher education. In support of this, we develop and deliver innovative, high-impact courses, programs, and services that foster students’ personal and professional development as dynamic, thoughtful, global citizens. Cooperative Education and Professional Studies (CCPS) faculty and staff have earned UC the distinction of being U.S. News and World Report’s (2023) #1 public university for co-ops and internships.

Job Overview

The Bachelor of Professional Studies within the College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies at the University of Cincinnati, invites applications for the hybrid position of Academic Advisor.

The Academic Advisor will advise current and prospective students about how to meet their educational, professional, and personal goals. CCPS advocates for all students and it is important the advisor meets the students where they are as their advocate. Students within the Bachelor of Professional Studies program are typically non-traditional adult learners, and it is important that the advisor is prepared to meet the unique needs of this population.

This is a high visibility position, working directly with students within the program to achieve their academic and professional goals. The position also requires a high degree of accountability and responsibility to advise our student population. Daily work involves handling information that is often sensitive and confidential in nature: therefore; discretion is of critical importance. The individual will be expected to exercise sound judgment as it relates to dealing with students, faculty, staff, administrative personnel, and representatives of outside organizations.

The advisor will report to the Unit Head of Professional Studies & Experiential Learning.

Essential Functions

• Provide academic advising to facilitate students’ successful and timely educational planning and degree completion in alignment with their educational and career goals.
• Serve as advisor for all BPS students through proactive outreach, support, and education. Develop a rapport of trust and accessibility with students. Ensure accurate advice and quality support, contributing to persistence and a positive student experience.
• Monitor student progress and develop graduation plans in partnership with individual students. Provide information regarding curriculum, policies, procedures, opportunities, and guidelines for academic programs. Collaborate with UC Online when necessary.
• Evaluate student information and utilize data to facilitate enrollment and registration. Maintain advising and enrollment records. 
• In partnership with faculty, assess advanced standing credit, substitute courses to meet graduation requirements, and create degree audit exceptions. Collaborate with registrar when necessary to maintain and update current processes. Facilitate and complete student degree certification.
• Engage with faculty to assess and evaluate transfer credits and exceptions.
• Evaluate student needs and provide appropriate resource referral to career, academic, counseling, and student life resources and opportunities.
• Support students through educational transition processes (ex. orientation, exploration, transfer, transition, and graduation.

Essential Functions (cont'd)

• Oversee the development and maintenance of the BPS Canvas Community and Orientation resources, facilitating a robust and lively community to support student learning through idea sharing, resource sharing, and collaboration. 
• Utilize current advising and student success technologies to support students. Perform other duties related to student success.
• Collaborate with the Student Success Coordinator within UC Online, to ensure a seamless communication plan to support student success. 
• Engage ongoing professional development and training to maintain up-to-date knowledge about advising concepts, practices, policies, technologies, and student success needs at the university and in higher education.
• Function as a member of the Experiential Education & Professional Studies Unit. Attending meetings and providing support when necessary. 
• Collaborate with unit head, faculty, and UC Online to ensure a seamless and thoughtful experience for each student. 
• Attend related meetings and functions as related to BPS.
• Perform related duties based on Unit need and student success.
• This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Required Experience

Zero (0) to one (1) year of student service or related experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Undergraduate student service and/or leadership may be considered. 
• Experience directly related to college students or a related field higher education.   
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to advise the diverse and varied student population.
• Must be able to multitask, problem solve, and work independently.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Application Process

Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include a cover letter of interest and a current CV/Resume. All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded using the Additional Documents section in the application. Applications without a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be considered for the position.