Academic Advisor - College of Education

About the role

If you are a current University of Northern Iowa employee and would like to apply for this position, login to UNI Works and type "Find Jobs" in the search bar to view and apply for open positions. Full Consideration Date: 06/21/2026 Job Description: The Advising & Teacher Education Success (CATS) Office is the central hub for student support within UNI's College of Education - a place where future educators, recreation professionals and nonprofit leaders find clarity, connection and momentum. The team provides comprehensive academic advising, licensure and program guidance and personalized support that helps students navigate their requirements with confidence. From major exploration and class planning to clinical placements, progress monitoring and teacher education milestones, CATS walks alongside students at every step of their academic journey. It's a collaborative, mission‑driven environment where advisors make a meaningful impact by empowering students to thrive and preparing them for purposeful careers in education and human services. Primary Function : Advises currently enrolled undergraduate majors in the College of Education (COE) and prospective students through drop in sessions, individual appointments and group meetings; participates in office's responsibilities for all COE students from first-year through graduation, and coordinates and communicates with COE departments and other Teacher Education affiliated programs regarding curriculum changes and participatory advising roles; works closely with other individuals responsible for determining eligibility for admission into various levels of Teacher Education program; increases retention and promotes student success; participates in campus conversations to more systematically provide advising and retention advice for all COE students; maintains appropriate and useful data for decision making; and serves as voice of COE, advising roles and responsibilities to other appropriate segments of the University. Qualifications: Master's degree in college student personnel or related field; at least two years of academic advising experience or related higher education experience; and excellent written and oral communication skills required. Evidence of successful work in a collaborative team setting; and experience with various computer data systems preferred. Occasional work outside of normal office hours will be necessary. Graduate student experience will be considered. Position Details: Job Category: Professional & Scientific Type of Position: Regular Service Schedule: Calendar Year Application Instructions: All application materials received by June 21, 2026, will be given full consideration. Position will remain posted until filled. To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying: 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422. Salary: $51,350 to Commensurate Pay Grade: 119 Pay Basis: Salary Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions. Visit our Compensation Tools page to explore your estimated total compensation, compare Waterloo-Cedar Falls cost of living to other major cities or review the paycheck stretch ranking details. Learn more about the Cedar Valley at https://livethevalley.com/ . If you would like general assistance with the application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at hrs-employment@uni.edu or call (319) 273-2422. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal