The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Academic Advisor OR Senior Academic Advisor.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY
UNLV is a comprehensive research university of approximately 27,000 students and 2,800 faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, research, and service. The university has internationally recognized programs in hotel administration and creative writing; professional degrees in law, architecture, and dental medicine; and leading programs in fine arts, sciences and education. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in dynamic Southern Nevada. For more information, visit us on-line at: http://www.unlv.edu.

ROLE of the POSITION
Candidate for this position will report to the Director of Advising in the UNLV College of Sciences. Candidate will be responsible for disseminating information for 12 degree programs and related issues to 2500 students with majors in biology, chemistry, geoscience, mathematics and physics/astronomy. Position requires working with students on complicated issues regarding their degree progress and/or life issues, as well as participating in college and university outreach activities. Refers students to university resources as required. Requires excellent English interpersonal communication and computer skills. Ability to easily learn additional computer or other technology skills as required. Conscientious attention to detail is a must. Candidates for the Advisor 2 position must have experience acting as a team leader with other advisors and work closely with a Director.

QUALIFICATIONS
An Academic Advisor position requires a Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university and one year advising or related experience. A Senior Academic Advisor requires a Master's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university and at least one (1) year of related professional work experience OR a Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university and three (3) years of related professional work experience. Experience in the sciences desirable, but not required..

SALARY RANGE
Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding.

APPLICATION DETAILS
Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Applications will begin to be reviewed on January 8 2013, with reviews continuing until the position is closed.

This position will remain open until filled. Materials should be addressed to Miriam Frankel, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted via on-line application at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLV's on-line applicant portal, contact UNLV Employment Services at (702) 895-2894 or hrsearch@unlv.edu.

UNLV is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity educator and employer committed to excellence through diversity.

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