Academic Advisor III

JOB NO: 537774 WORK TYPE: Staff Full-Time LOCATION: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) CATEGORIES: Academic Advising/Support, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Student Services DEPARTMENT: 23010000 - CJC-JOURNALISM-COMMUNICA-DEAN CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Academic Advisor III CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Master’s degree in education, counseling, or academic field related to the college with two years of experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in the same fields with three years of experience. JOB DESCRIPTION: The Opportunity Academic Advisor III University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Location – 100% Remote The College of Journalism and Communications (CJC) is seeking a UF Online Academic Adviser to guide and support our online undergraduate students as they pursue degrees, minors, and certificates. This position plays a key role in helping students navigate their academic journeys—from admission to graduation—through personalized, virtual advising. As part of the CJC Professional Advising and Teaching Hub (PATH), you’ll be part of a collaborative, student-centered team that values innovation, connection, and excellence in online education—all from the comfort of your remote workspace. What You’ll Do • Provide academic advising to current and prospective UF Online students, helping them understand degree requirements, course options, and university policies. • Support the recruitment and admissions process, including transfer and readmission applications. • Ensure that all CJC UF Online program information—such as catalog listings, degree audits, and web content—is accurate and up to date. • Collaborate with CJC offices and UF partners, including the Career Connections Center, Office of Admissions, UF Online OneStop, and Office of the University Registrar. • Participate in college and university committees and contribute to the mentorship and coordination of the UF Online advising team. The Successful Candidate: You’re a strong communicator who enjoys helping students achieve their goals. You thrive in a virtual environment, stay organized, and bring a proactive approach to solving problems and improving the student experience. Why work with us? UF is a top ranked University: The University of Florida now ranks No. 1 among the top universities in the nation, public or private, as noted by the Wall Street Journal in an editorial published on October 23, 2025. The WSJ editorial, “The University Elite, Reconsidered,” highlights rankings created by the City Journal that evaluated 100 leading universities across the country on 68 factors, including whether a school has a strong curriculum and rigorous academics, prepares its students to become productive members of society and thriving employees in the 21st-century economy, and encourages civil discourse. UF earned the top spot with a four-star rating, achieved by only one other university. Our benefits are incredible: We offer top-of-the-line health insurance, a huge selection of supplemental plans, state retirement programs and more. Explore the comprehensive suite of options: https://hr.ufl.edu/benefits Advance your education: The University of Florida cares about developing its team members, and that includes reduced tuition toward higher education. We would support work toward earning a master’s or doctorate. See: https://hr.ufl.edu/professional-development/eep EXPECTED SALARY: $60,000 - $62,000; commensurate with education and experience REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in education, counseling, or academic field related to the college with two years of experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in the same fields with three years of experience. PREFERRED: • Experience in academic advising • Experience with online learning • Experience working with student populations • Ability to communicate effectively • Professional or academic experience within the CJC’s fields of study (Advertising; Journalism; Public Relations; and Media Production, Management and Technology) SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: Please upload cover letter, resume, and three references for consideration. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED: No ADVERTISED: 04 Nov 2025 Eastern Standard Time APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 18 Nov 2025 Eastern Standard Time