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Academic Consultant, Academic Affairs

PageUp Desc Code STU - Academic Consultant, Academic Affairs

Function STU - Student Services

Subfunction Academic Affairs

Discipline Academic Affairs

Career Track A - Academic Administration

Career Track Level Individual Contributor - Level 4

BROAD SALARY RANGE CODE 04

RANGE $78448 - $156895

MARKET REFERENCE RANGE CODE 04A

RANGE $84724 - $127086

Classification Information

Academic Affairs

Academic Affairs focuses on programs and services that provide and enhance students academic and life skills, supporting students through their academic journey. Examples of programs developed and administered include first year experience, learning centers, skills workshops, tutoring services, and other learning experiences.

Individual Contributor

In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.

Level 4

Advanced: These positions require an elevated level of experience and education, act independently, and provide team leadership and mentorship.

A - Academic Administration

Roles that are student facing or academic in nature.

Position Summary

The Academic Consultant within Academic Affairs plays a vital role in providing expert advice and guidance on academic services, ensuring that student support programs are strategically designed and effectively implemented. Drawing on advanced knowledge and experience in higher education, the Academic Consultant collaborates with faculty, administrators, and other stakeholders to evaluate, develop, and enhance academic programs and services. Their primary focus is on improving student success through the optimization of academic support structures, such as tutoring services, learning centers, and academic advising programs. They provide insights into the best practices for creating a supportive academic environment that aligns with institutional goals. As a key advisor, the Academic Consultant utilizes their deep expertise to conduct thorough assessments of academic programs, student engagement strategies, and learning support services. They work closely with leadership to identify gaps, streamline processes, and ensure that academic services are tailored to meet the evolving needs of the student population. The Academic Consultant may also facilitate workshops, seminars, or focus groups to foster collaboration and share knowledge on effective student support strategies. By evaluating program outcomes and leveraging data-driven insights, they ensure that academic programs contribute meaningfully to student development and retention. In this advanced role, the Academic Consultant works independently and may provide mentorship or leadership to other team members or departments. They are responsible for ensuring that academic services are not only efficient and effective but also adaptive to the university's strategic direction. The position demands strong leadership abilities, an analytical mindset, and the capacity to influence change across the academic community. The Academic Consultant's contributions help shape long-term academic policies and programs, ensuring that students have the tools and resources they need to thrive academically.