Academic Associate Jobs in Rhode Island (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
SF02165
Job Title
Academic Advisor
Position Number
108975
FTE
1.00
FLSA
Exempt
Position Type
Professional Staff
Union
PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc
Pay Grade Level
Grade Level: 10
Pay Grade Range
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000
Status
Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent
Department Information
Department
Dean Arts & Sciences
Contact(s)
Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)
Contact Phone/Extension
Contact Email
Physical Demands
Campus Location
Kingston
Grant Funded
No
Extension Contingency Notes
Job Description Summary
The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by July 15, 2026. Applications received after July 15, 2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
About URI: The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.
THE OPPORTUNITY FOR A REMOTE/HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE IS POSSIBLE AFTER SIX MONTHS.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide academic advising for undergraduate students. Assigned to designated academic major(s). Provide individual and group advising sessions and workshops to facilitate the transition to college and progression to graduation in a timely manner. Collaborate with staff, faculty, and administration to assist with students' progress to degree, curriculum materials, and all advising issues to best meet student needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitor student academic record progression and enrollment status. Update student records in student information system.
Initiate student contact, providing proactive advising outreach. Advise students on course, minor, and major curriculum options and readmission throughout the calendar year.
Ensure progress toward timely degree completion and communicate with students regarding progress.
Collaborate with other advisors, campus departments, and support offices to promote student success and retention efforts.
Participate in academic reviews that may include scholastic standing.
Attend and assist with planning and executing programs and events as required.
Plan and execute events with the living learning community associated with assigned majors.
Present, prepare for, and advise during orientation and transfer sessions.
Assist students exploring majors.
Utilize the student success software to maintain up to date records and notes on students.
Create advising materials for students.
Routinely review, interpret, and post credit from external sources and escalate as appropriate.
Work with experiential/internship and career advisors to provide up-to-date information related to internship, major, and career choices.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support students from the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI).
When appropriate, teach First-Year seminar as assigned.
Participate on university committee(s), training(s), conference(s), etc. representing your academic unit as assigned.
Advising may include student support, especially in 4+1 and ABM programs when appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Computers, printers; database management and spreadsheet software; student record-keeping systems.
Required Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
1. Master's degree with a minimum of two years of experience in academic advising, time as a graduate student included, OR Bachelor's degree with a minimum of five years of experience providing academic advising in a higher education setting, OR Bachelor's degree with a minimum of five years of experience advising/counseling (academics, career, non-traditional pathways, etc.) current and/or aspiring college students.
2. Demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
3. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
4. Demonstrated experience with data management systems.
5. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
6. Demonstrated experience in and/or dedication to integrating issues of inclusion, equity and social justice in your work.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED:1. Master's degree in college student personnel in higher education and counseling, or a related field.
2. Demonstrated ability to utilize applications, Brightspace (or similar learning management platform), on-line advising, presentation technology and student records systems (i.e., PeopleSoft.).
3. Demonstrated experience with student success platforms (i.e., Starfish).
4. Demonstrated experience working with college students.
5. Demonstrated skills in assessment.
EEO Statement:
URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. In furtherance of its mission to serve and support all learners as the state's public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce as well as to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of those efforts. All employment decisions, including hiring, are made without regard to protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the URI benefits office at 401-874-2416. For TTY assistance, contact R.I. Relay Services at 711.
Environmental Conditions
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Work evenings and weekends as necessary.
Posting Date
06/18/2026
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following 2 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
Note: References will be upon request by the search committee.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/16779