ASUAF Advisor

ASUAF advisor position is a dynamic and fast-paced position that has the opportunity to help students grow and develop as leaders at UAF. This position reports to the director of the Wood Center and will collaborate with other members of Wood Center to provide intentional and meaningful student leadership development to the students of ASUAF. The ASUAF Advisor will provide day-to-day mentorship, office and financial management, and assist ASUAF in their mission to represent and advocate for all students at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. Duties of fiscal and operational management of ASUAF will be done in collaboration with WC fiscal officer.

The ideal candidate possesses the ability to successfully recruit, hire, train, and supervise student staff. They have knowledge of project management or demonstrate a willingness to learn. Strong skills in program development, program management, and budgeting are essential, along with experience in budget management, including forecasting and accounting principles.

A solid understanding of student governments and Robert’s Rules of Order is necessary, as well as familiarity with student affairs practices and student development theories, including best practices. The candidate should be able to work collaboratively with a team of student affairs professionals to provide training, programs, and leadership opportunities. Additionally, they must be capable of engaging with multiple stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and fostering inclusive and effective communication.

Conflict management and resolution skills are important, as is the ability to interpret, articulate, and implement changes to bylaws, policies, and regulations. The candidate should also demonstrate knowledge of decision-making strategies and problem-solving skills. Furthermore, experience with assessment strategies, including their implementation and the use of data to improve practices, is highly valued.

Three years of experience working in a college setting, with a strong background in student advising practices and supporting student development theories. They have experience working in a fast-paced, solution-focused environment, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills. Additionally, they possess supervisory, coaching, or mentoring experience, allowing them to effectively guide and support students and staff. A focus on leadership development or education settings further enhances their ability to foster student growth and organizational success.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent training required.
3 years required experience working in a college setting.
Masters in Student Affairs or Leadership Development related fields preferred.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Fairbanks. This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.

Applications will be accepted for review on February 17, 2025, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on February 16, 2025.

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☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Ashley Lindsoe, Signers' Business Office Human Resources Manager, at aclindsoe@alaska.edu or 907-474-5664.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.