Policy Advisor Jobs in Rhode Island (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
SF02048
Job Title
Academic Advisor (College of Business) - 2 Positions
Position Number
108488 & 107482
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 : $60,000
Status
Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent
Department Information
Department
Dean, College of Business
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 08/18/2025. Applications received after 08/18/2025 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.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Provide academic advising to undergraduates in the College of Business. Assigned to designated academic majors, facilitating progression to graduation in a timely manner. Responsible for thorough knowledge of the curriculum, university policy, and campus resources. Work closely with the faculty of the majors they represent and the Dean's Office.
Duties and Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide academic counsel and advice to undergraduate students, prospective students, and graduate students if applicable, ensuring that they progress toward graduation in a timely fashion.
Initiate student contact, providing intrusive advising outreach as appropriate.
Coordinate relevant college events involving undergraduate and/or prospective students.
Assist with advising during new student orientation and transfer orientation.
Participate in academic reviews as pertain to the Scholastic Standing process.
Assist in planning and executing of programs in residence halls, evenings and weekends as required.
Assist/advise students who may want to change majors.
Work closely with the College of Business Career Center and the Center for Career and Experiential Education in order to provide up-to-date information to students related to career and major choices.
Research, compile, and maintain statistical data and reports regarding student progress.
Participate in on-going training in all aspects of academic advising, including the use of technology and data management systems that support effective advising.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Attend conferences and workshops.
Maintain relevant statistical data as required.
Perform additional duties as required.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Personal computers, printers; word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software.
Required Qualifications
REQUIRED:
1. Master's degree with a minimum of two years of experience in academic advising in higher education (may include time as graduate student), OR, a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of five years full-time experience in academic advising in higher education, OR Bachelor's degree with a minimum of five years of demonstrated experience advising/counseling current or aspiring college students.
2. Demonstrated experience working with current or aspiring college students.
3. Demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
4. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
6. Demonstrated experience and dedication to integrating issues of inclusion, equity and social justice in your work.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED:
1. Master's degree in college student personnel services, counseling, or a related field.
2. Demonstrated experience with on-line information, presentation technology, and student records systems.
The University of Rhode Island is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University of Rhode Island to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability.
Environmental Conditions
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Posting Date
08/06/2025
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
(#3) "Diversity Statement" - One-page statement addressing Demonstrated experience and dedication to integrating issues of inclusion, equity, and social justice in your work.
Note: References will be upon request by the committee.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/15526