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Academic Advisor

How to Apply

A cover letter and resume are important submissions for the hiring team to get a sense of your experience. In the cover letter, one page or less, please let us know how this role aligns with your career aspirations and skills. Submit both a cover letter and resume as one file, due to system limitations.

Job Summary

The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan is a diverse learning community grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for positive change in today's dynamic global economy. The Ross School of Business mission is to build a better world through business. Through our powerful ideas, purpose-driven leaders, and positive impact, we empower business leaders to make a positive difference in the world. Learn more about RossHERE (https://michiganross.umich.edu/) .

This role provides academic advising to current students, potential majors, and minors, offering guidance on curriculum matters, major exploration, university policies, and non-academic factors impacting academic performance. Through one-on-one and group sessions, the advisor supports students in developing long-term academic plans and career goals, assists with course selection, and ensures academic, personal, and professional success. This role also involves discussing post-graduation opportunities, developing tailored strategies for career goals, and referring students to university resources, including psychoeducational assessments when applicable.

This role is hybrid with on-site expectations in Ann Arbor, MI 3 days per week. You may work on-call hours. You may work during early mornings, nights, or weekends. Domestic travel may be required. For a full job description,see link here (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lyjgZYkhWJOtu9adGeiFYNHDqYcpJtvL/view) . For questions about this role, email [email protected] .

Please note: To be considered for this position, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Ross School of Business does not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Who We Are

The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan is a diverse learning community grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for positive change in today's dynamic global economy. The Ross School of Business mission is to build a better world through business. Through our powerful ideas, purpose-driven leaders, and positive impact, we empower business leaders to improve the world. Learn more about RossHERE (https://michiganross.umich.edu/) .

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

+ Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days)

+ A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

+ Paid maternity and parental leave benefits

+ Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

+ Life insurance

+ Long-term disability coverage

+ Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

+ Flexible Work Program

+ Ross Onsite Fitness Center

Responsibilities*

+ **Academic Advising**

+ Provide individualized advising on courses, degree requirements, policies, and academic planning for BBA and Business Minor students.

+ Support degree completion through ongoing academic planning and record verification.

+ Evaluate and communicate course applicability, including transfer and study abroad credits.

+ Conduct academic progress reviews for degree conferral and athletic certification (if applicable).

+ Advise specialized student populations (e.g., dual degree, pre-professional).

+ Maintain accurate, confidential student records in compliance with university policies.

+ **Student Success & Development**

+ Guide students in balancing academics with personal and professional goals.

+ Identify and address challenges, connecting students with campus resources.

+ Be primary contact for new students during orientation and provide early intervention for at-risk students.

+ Support students through emergencies, coordinating with faculty and university units.

+ **Collaboration & Program Development**

+ Collaborate across advising teams and units to deliver student programming and communications.

+ Contribute to orientation, workshops, and student success programs.

+ Partner with campus advising networks and support events such as welcome programs and commencement.

+ **Technology, Data & Assessment**

+ Track advising metrics, student progress, and outcomes to inform continuous improvement.

+ Maintain advising systems and assist with data collection, surveys, and assessment efforts.

Required Qualifications*

+ Bachelor's degree

+ 2+ years of experience in a related field such as academic advising, counseling (academic, educational, or personal), student services, student records management, or mentoring college students.

+ Expertise in helping students develop academic plans, clarify career goals, and connect with campus support resources.

+ Proficiency in Google and Microsoft applications, plus other database, email and calendar-keeping software and technologies is required.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Additional Information

The posting range for this position is $52,900 to $65,300. This posting range reflects multiple factors involved in determining compensation, such as skills, experience, training, certifications, and other organizational needs. At Ross, it is not common for new hires to be offered a salary at the upper end of the range. Compensation decisions are based on the details of each situation.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

270785

Working Title

Academic Advisor

Job Title

Academic Advisor/Couns Inter

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Hybrid

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

School Bus Admin

Department

ROSS SCH Undergrad Programs

Posting Begin/End Date

11/11/2025 - 11/25/2025

Salary

$52,900.00 - $65,300.00

Career Interest

Academic & Student Services