Academic and Career Advisor

Are You Passionate About Guiding Students?

If you enjoy guiding students and providing support through their academic journey and are committed to changing lives one student at a time, our Academic and Career Advisor roles might be the perfect fit for you!

Position Overview:The role of an Academic and Career Advisor is pivotal in a student's educational and professional journey. Their responsibilities span from pre-enrollment to post-graduation, encompassing various aspects of student support to ensure comprehensive development and success.

What We Offer:

• Salary: $54,000-$58,000/yr
• Paid Training
• Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
• Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday)
• Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
• Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
• Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
• Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA
• Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment

• Onboarding Champion: Seamlessly onboarding new students with comprehensive orientation, thorough document collection, and streamlined enrollment
• Be a Student Recruiter: Empowering students for industry success with mock interviews, resume workshops, career counseling, and dynamic career fairs and employer events
• Unlock your Succes as a Main Point Resource: Boosting employment rates through proactive follow-ups and personalized support, leveraging every touchpoint to connect students with hidden job opportunities
• Become a Campus Engagement Coordinator: Building a vibrant campus community through engaging activities, interactive support, and seamless acclimation to blended learning.
• Be a Campus Ambassador and Public Speaker: Guiding students to career success with MSAT opportunities through engaging presentations and strategic career insights.

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required
• 4-year degree in a related field is preferred but not required.

• Experience:  2-3 years of experience in the education field is highly preferred

• Patience and Empathy: Ability to advise and guide adult students in academic and life-skill matters
• Adaptability:  Multi-task in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and shift priorities quickly  
• Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to connect with students and fellow staff effectively

About Us:

It’s all about the reputation. 60 years of experience, trusted by 35+ industry leading brands, 16 campuses, 16 technical programs.  But it’s not all about the numbers. Here at Universal Technical Institute and its family of schools, we care about YOU. We care about making a change in the lives of our employees and our students. We’re on a mission to expand our reach and increase our impact, one life at a time and that starts with yours...Come and be a part of our legacy!

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