Academic Advisor

Position Number: 7248816
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Academic Advising

Academic Advisor

Requisition Number: 72844
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 05-Jul-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Program in Exploratory Studies (PES) group at the University of Colorado, Boulder is seeking applications for an Academic Advisor! This position is part of a collaborative team of academic advisors and coaches in PES, and is responsible for building relationships with students and fostering success by providing multidisciplinary academic and developmental advising for exploratory undergraduates with interests across all colleges and schools. This first-year advising role works with specific student populations to empower and support them in exploration and decision-making toward their choice of a major and an outlay of goals for their collegiate career at CU-Boulder and beyond.The Academic Advisor will work with following populations:

Current and admitted students in the Program in Exploratory Studies.
Students who were not admitted to their college of choice.
Prospective students, international students, and transfer students.
Students that finds themselves between colleges or in need of campus-wide exploration.

The Academic Advisor position focuses on exploration, discovery, and supportive connection with students, which requires a specialized knowledge base across many fields as well as a keen understanding of related functional areas. Other important aspects of this role include collaborating closely with individuals and departments across campus, a commitment to professional growth and development, and strong dedication to team collaboration and innovation.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Program in Exploratory Studies (PES) provides the resources and guidance to help students discover and shape their academic and career journey. PES is designed to help students successfully transfer into their college of choice. We help students who are unsure of what they want to do, decide on a path and help them explore their options. This is a great opportunity for students to have the room to explore majors and find their interests before settling on a major.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Student Support

Lead individual and small group work with students (via scheduled appointments, walk-ins, phone and email interactions) and related administrative duties
Conduct proactive outreach and engagement with students who have not been in for an appointment and/or are in academic difficulty.
Follow all advising protocols and apply campus advising tools such as Buff Portal Advising and will maintain a multidisciplinary knowledge base.

Academic Advising

Assist students in planning for and making informed decisions about a choice of major, intended college outcomes, and potential career or graduate school direction.
Help students to assess their interests, values and academic skills.
Teach students how to navigate the systems, academic processes and policies at CU-Boulder.
Work with students to personalize their academic path, including offering cocurricular guidance that complements their goals and leading them in regular long term planning.
Advisors also offer availability to students' overall support network, including parents. In addition to one-on-one interactions, the individual in this position will work with students in group settings via workshops, presentations, and for-credit courses such as FYXP 1000: Academic Exploration & Critical Decision Making and FYXP 1500: First Year Success Seminar.

Cross-Campus First Year Advising Network

Actively engage in planning and collaboration as a member of the cross-campus First Year Advising Network, which includes regular meetings and trainings.
Assist with the development of first year advising student learning outcomes and ongoing assessment.
Contribute to and participate in critical initiatives and goals related to campus-wide first-year advising and ensure alignment with key elements of the campus-wide first-year advising model.
Proactively develop knowledge of standard methodologies related to first-year student transition, retention, and advising.
Share that knowledge with others and work implement practices aligned with that knowledge.

Planning Strategically & Student Success Initiatives

Planning and collaboration with the PES team, including regular team meetings, trainings and evaluation. This will include targeted meetings with specific constituents as well as attendance at greater organizational meetings and participation in cross-campus committees as needed.

Professional Development

Professional development, including but not limited to relevant conferences, mentoring opportunities, coursework, workshops, and research.

What You Should Know

The anticipated work modality for this position is hybrid, with at least 3 days working from the office.

What We Can Offer

If hired at the P1 Entry-Level, the annual salary for this position is $50,000.
If hired at the P2 Experienced-Level, the annual salary for this position is $55,100 - $58,363.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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Be ambitious. Be pioneering. Be Boulder.

What We Require

P1 Entry-Level Minimum Qualifications:

Completed Bachelor's degree.

P2 Experienced-Level Minimum Qualifications:

Completed Bachelor's degree.
Minimum of one (1) year of advising/coaching or professional related experience.

What You Will Need

Empowerment
Inclusivity
Integrity
Collaboration
Innovation
Positivity

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
A one-page essay that addresses the following statement: Exploratory academic advising requires advisors to build relationships with students to learn about their lived experiences, strengths and passions, and aspirations for their future. Academic Advisors must be able to empathize with students as they navigate their unique journeys at the University of Colorado Boulder. Please describe what empathy means to you and how you would use empathy to support student success in the Program in Exploratory Studies.

We may request references at a later time. Please apply by July 5, 2026 for consideration. Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Academic-Advisor/72844

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