Job Identification: 42116
Job Category: Academic
Apply Before: 02/24/2026, 12:00 AM
Degree Level: Bachelor’s Degree
Locations: 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612, US
Hiring Salary: $50,500
Essential Personnel: No
Job Description
The incumbent reports to the Assistant Director of Undergraduate Advising in the College of Public Health. The Academic Advisor counsels students concerning their academic plans and progress, academic schedule, activities and career goals, in order to assist students in making decisions leading to graduation. Advisors also assist academic departments, colleges and special program offices with implementation of policies affecting advisement, re-admission, and registration. This position will be responsible for advising students who have declared an undergraduate major within COPH and work collaboratively with the College of Public Health Academic Advising staff, academic departments, the Center for Academic Advising, Office of Orientation, Student Affairs and the other colleges at USF. As a professional employee, the person must be willing to work beyond normal business hours to serve student needs especially during peak times {registration and orientation). Expected to work on behalf of undergraduate students, the college and the greater good of the USF community.
Responsibilities
- Provide timely and accurate academic advising for undergraduate students in the College of Public Health (specific major). Make recommendations regarding course selection and hours per term based on student’s professional goals, interests, and previous academic performance to ensure timely graduation. Advise prospective and current students in the undergraduate major and minor. Perform basic statistical analysis and other mathematical calculations pertaining to advising (e.g. GPA, weighted averages, academic probation, etc.). Respond to student and university emails within 48 business hours.
- Interpret and apply SUS/USF/COPH policies and procedures as related to student advising to faculty, students, and staff. Maintain current knowledge of university policies and procedures, academic programs and other programs and services. Assist in conducting small and large group sessions with students face to face and/or virtually to analyze progress towards academic completion of requirements from the university, ensuring students are properly informed regarding specific requirements that must be met for graduation. Facilitate use of university systems such as Banner, Degree Works, Archivum, Civitas, and other platforms for advising and university initiatives.
- Evaluate AP/IB/AICE/CLEP scores and previous academic work of FYS and transfer students to ensure proper placement in USF courses and determine how course work will be applied towards satisfying academic requirements at USF. Communicate and clarify the results of course evaluations to students. Collaborate with advising team for Orientation procedures. Send outreach and pre-register incoming FYS students prior to their orientation to ensure they are registered in a first semester schedule. Outreach and meet with incoming transfer students prior to their orientation to provide a schedule. Deliver orientation presentation.
- Assist with the organizational and implementation of retention programs that provide the necessary resources to assist students (FYS and transfer) in achieving academic success and retaining them at USF. This includes, but not limited to, outreach to students regarding midterm grades, academic standing, holds preventing registration, participation in registration workshops, monitoring registration, Finish in Four (FIF) etc. Provide advising material and resources for students both via the web and paper form.
- Attend and participate in major recruitment activities for the college and admission events. Partake in trainings, presentations, and related conferences regarding advising.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling or academic field directly related to the Advisor’s specific responsibilities with a minimum of one year of experience in advising or related academic functions within higher education. Work experience may not be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree preferred
* Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
* SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
* A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
(a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
(b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
(c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
(d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
(e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
* Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
About Us
Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF’s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
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