Student Success Advisor, Herbert College of Agriculture – UTK Position Available In Knox, Tennessee

Student Success Advisor, Herbert College of Agriculture – UTK University of Tennessee Health Science Center – 4.0 Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time $52,000 – $55,000 a year 9 hours ago Qualifications Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Salesforce Academic advising Mid-level Master’s degree Experience working with students Agriculture Leadership Communication skills University Full Job Description The Herbert College of Agriculture at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is looking for vibrant, dynamic individuals interested in working in a team environment dedicated to student success. The Student Success Advisor fulfills a vital role in providing comprehensive academic advising and supporting holistic student success for undergraduate students pursuing or interested in majors or minors within the Herbert College of Agriculture. The position is an exempt, 12-month, full-time, non-tenure track staff position that provides an exciting opportunity to be a part of UTK’s advising strategic plan that integrates academic and career advising with self-exploration, leadership, and experience learning. This is an on-campus position with some hybrid/remote work schedule flexibility. Providing tailored, developmental advising to a diverse population of students to assist in course selection, academic planning, and career and educational goal-setting. Assisting students with understanding and navigating University, College, and program-level policies, processes, procedures, and requirements Monitoring student progress and intervening as necessary to address academic concerns or barriers to success Maintaining regular communication with advisees and maintain up-to-date accurate student records utilizing the University’s prescribed software Guiding students in identifying co-curricular, experiential learning, career, and leadership opportunities in line with their strengths, interests, and values Conducting incoming first-year and transfer new student advising sessions Promoting student learning, development, and personal growth to empower self-sufficiency Fostering and promoting students’ connection to faculty mentors by collaborating with faculty and guiding students toward opportunities that engage them with faculty in their chosen discipline.

Required Qualifications Education:

Master’s degree at time of hire

Experience:

Experience working with students in a college or university setting

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge of university policy, procedure, and curricular information. Ability to utilize technology that supports both students and professional practice (for example: MS Word, Excel, Student Information Systems, Degree Audits, Internet/On-line Resources.) Strong written, oral communication, and organizational skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to relate effectively to students, faculty, support staff, alumni, and parents in an academic advising capacity. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status.

Preferred Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge of academic advising practices and student development theory. Knowledge of issues surrounding diversity and inclusion Ability to develop, implement and assess programs for advisees based on their academic interests and career goals.

Our Ideal Candidate Would Have Education:

Master’s in Education, Higher Education, College Student Affairs, College Student Personnel, Student Development, Counseling, or related area.

Experience:

Thorough working knowledge of academic advising practices and student development theory Advising experience in higher education Passion for agriculture Working knowledge of student information systems such as DARS, BANNER, SalesForce, or related software Experience working with a diverse student population Excellent oral and written communication skills Experience in conducting assessments and implementing improvements Experience in developing and creating student retention strategies Experience in working in a team-oriented environment Experience in working and collaborating with faculty and campus partners Experience conducting first-year and/or transfer orientations

Work Location Location:

Knoxville, TN Onsite with possibility of limited remote work Compensation and Benefits UT market range: MR08 Anticipated hiring range: $52,000-$55,000 Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here Find more information on UT Benefits here Application Instructions To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments. To be assured of full consideration, completed applications with all requested materials should be submitted on or before July 7, 2025 Resume Cover Letter List of 3 Professional References About The College/Department/Division Herbert College of Agriculture has the benefit of being part of the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA), which is particularly devoted to the University’s land grant mission through its AgResearch and UT Extension units, both of which provide historically strong links with businesses in and out of the state. Herbert has approximately 1,500 undergraduate students enrolled in 10 majors across eight academic departments, plus nearly 300 graduate students enrolled across eight departments.