Coordinator, Education

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Open Date 06/18/2026 Requisition Number PRN17149N Job Title Coordinator, Education Working Title Academic Advisor Career Progression Track D Track Level L2 - Developing FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

Temporary (1 Year)

Is this a work study job? No VP Area President Department 01641 - University Asia Campus Location Campus City Incheon, South Korea Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 45,000-50,000 USD Close Date 07/05/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

The Academic Advisor provides comprehensive academic advising and student support to a diverse population of undergraduate students at the University of Utah Asia Campus (UAC). This position assists students with academic planning, degree progression, course selection, and interpretation of university policies to promote timely degree completion and student success. This position also collaborates with faculty, staff, and academic departments at both the Utah Asia Campus and the University of Utah's Salt Lake City campus to ensure students receive accurate, consistent, and student-centered advising. The position supports the University's commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment where students from diverse backgrounds can succeed academically and personally. It reports to the Assistant Director of the Academic Advising Center (AAC), a division within UAC Academic Affairs.

Housing in Korea will be provided to eligible international hires who require visa sponsorship and relocation to South Korea. Visa sponsorship will also be provided. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must be eligible for a work visa in South Korea.

Responsibilities

Academic Advising & Student Support

• Serve as the primary academic advisor for undergraduate students in the Film & Media Arts, Games, and Business programs, with major assignments adjusted as needed.
• Provide proactive academic advising to students throughout their degree programs, including academic planning, course selection, graduation planning, and degree progression.
• Conduct graduation reviews and advise students on course sequencing, elective selection, and strategies to promote timely degree completion and student retention.
• Monitor student academic progress and maintain accurate degree plans using the University's degree audit system.
• Conduct mandatory advising sessions for incoming students to support their transition to the University and successful adjustment to the academic environment.
• Guide students through the major declaration process and ensure all program requirements are met.
• Evaluate transfer coursework in collaboration with academic departments to ensure accurate transfer credit evaluation and degree planning.
• Advise students transitioning between the Utah Asia Campus and the Salt Lake City campus, providing academic guidance to support a successful transition.
• Interpret and explain University academic policies, procedures, and FERPA regulations to students and families.
• Manage MATH permission numbers and coordinate related student communications and enrollment support.

Student Success Programs & Leadership

• Serve as the UAC liaison for the Honors College and Academic Standards.
• Coordinate and facilitate the UAC Academic Success Workshop for students on academic warning or probation.
• Coordinate targeted outreach initiatives to support student retention, persistence, and academic success.
• Plan and deliver academic workshops, presentations, and student success programming.
• Support the management of academic-related student outreach campaigns to promote student success.
• Co-lead the recruitment, training, supervision, and mentorship of Peer Advisors for assigned academic programs.
• Co-share responsibility for coordinating and preparing the academic components of New Student Orientation, including updating orientation materials, coordinating placement testing, and supporting academic programming.

Collaboration & Administration

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with faculty, academic advisors, and academic departments at both the Utah Asia Campus and the Salt Lake City campus.
• Support the Associate Dean of Faculty and faculty members on matters related to academic policy, student success, and undergraduate education.
• Maintain accurate advising records and complete required administrative documentation.
• Process expense reports and support routine financial and administrative operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum of one (1) year of academic advising or related student support services experience within the U.S. higher education system.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse cultural, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Strong intercultural communication, critical thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to interpret university policies, procedures, and FERPA regulations while exercising sound professional judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Preferences

• Experience in academic advising within a large public higher education institution, preferably at the University of Utah.
• Experience supporting international, multicultural, or study abroad student populations.
• Experience advising students transitioning between multiple campuses or academic programs.
• Experience supervising student employees, peer advisors, or student leaders.
• Familiarity with student information systems, degree audit software, and academic advising technologies.
• Experience planning student success initiatives, workshops, or orientation programs.

Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

U Asia Campus is part of a multi-university campus in New Songdo City, Incheon, South Korea. The city has a well-established transportation network, including Incheon International Airport, which allows easy travel to international destinations, as well as a convenient subway to Seoul within an hour. U Asia Campus is recognized as a top global education hub in Northeast Asia and around the world, with access to the University of Utah's diverse faculty, staff, and creative academic culture at the Asia Campus. U Asia Campus hosts several undergraduate programs, including Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Games, Communication, Film and Media Arts, Accounting, Information Systems, Psychology, and Urban Ecology. All non-language courses are conducted in English.

The most recent expansion to the U Asia Campus creates a unique faculty and student experience for multidisciplinary collaboration, technical leadership, teamwork, and creative excellence. As an international intellectual community, U Asia Campus welcomes outstanding global faculty who encourage diversity, openness, and creative learning and contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to the learning and research environment. Opportunities are available to collaborate with faculty at the main campus in Salt Lake City and utilize the University of Utah's resources. The position offers growth opportunities for promotion through academic ranks.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as course evaluations, peer review letters, and/or a teaching portfolio), and a list of three references (sought after the initial screening). Individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, disability, age, or other personal characteristics. Questions about the position may be directed to Ashton Avila (ashton.avila@utah.edu or Human Resources at the Utah Asia Campus (UAC) at UAC.HR@umail.utah.edu.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Additional information:

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)

383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

801-581-8365

oeo@utah.edu

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

To inquire about this posting, email: UAC.HR@umail.utah.edu or call +82-32-626-6123(6197).

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)

• Yes

• No

• • How many years of academic advising experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year

• 1-2 years

• 2-4 years

• 4 years or more

• • Are you a current University of Utah employee?

• yes

• no

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

• List of References