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Academic Advisor

 At the University of Memphis, we are driven by doing. A strong and diverse workforce is key to our institution's success. We are pleased that you are interested in joining our dynamic and enterprising team of faculty and staff members.

Under the broad supervision of the Director of Academic Advising (DAA), the Academic Advisor serve as the advisor to  undergraduate students with an emphasis towards entering students, undeclared students, academically at risk students and targeted populations. Further, advisors will support students in the development of their personal, academic and professional goals and help them to navigate the college experience while taking advantage of the breadth of opportunities.

Responsibilities:

Evaluates and posts transfer credit for applicants with prior college credit.

Works with students and advisors across campus

Maintains confidentiality

Qualifications:

Knowledgeable of analyzing applications for admissions

Knowledgeable of counseling students regarding transfer credits

Excellent customer service and organizational skills

Knowledgeable of Banner SIS, OnBase imaging and other customer relations management systems

FERPA Training completed

About The University of Memphis

It doesn't take long to see what people love about the University of Memphis. This is a university filled with joy. You can hear it in the roar of Tiger fans at every game. You notice it in the warm smiles you pass on campus. You can feel it when our students get recognized nationally for their successes. And you see it when another UofM discovery happens in our research labs.Located in a quiet residential neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee, the UofM is a major research institution. What you learn here builds a sense of intellectual engagement that will empower you to make a difference in life and throughout your career. Founded in 1912, we welcome more than 21,000 students to campus every year. Diversity is one of our strengths. Students and faculty come from all over the world to be a part of the UofM experience. The campus boasts 25 Chairs of Excellence and five state-approved Centers of Excellence.