CFOS Majors Undergraduate Advisor

University of Alaska Fairbanks

Join the https://www.uaf.edu/cfos/ (CFOS) at the https://www.uaf.edu/uaf/ as our CFOS Majors Undergraduate Advisor! CFOS is one of Alaska's largest and most geographically diverse academic and research organizations. Headquartered in Fairbanks, with centers, laboratories, and institutes throughout the state, CFOS conducts world-class research spanning inland waters to the deep ocean and operates the Sikuliaq, a global-class, ice-capable research vessel.

In this important role, you will advance student success, retention, and degree completion across CFOS's two undergraduate majors and associated minors. You will provide comprehensive academic advising, coordinate enrollment management initiatives, and communicate program information to prospective students and their families. Additionally, you will support experiential learning and internship opportunities that enrich students' academic experiences and equip them with the knowledge and skills needed for future career success.

Working collaboratively with CFOS leadership, faculty, staff, and UAF student service units, you will help strengthen student engagement, expand awareness of CFOS academic programs, and support undergraduate students throughout their academic journey.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills and the ability to build positive, professional relationships with students, university personnel, and external partners. They will demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, discretion in maintaining confidentiality, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple priorities with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail. Patience, empathy, and an appreciation for the diverse needs and backgrounds of students are essential. The ability to learn and effectively use university systems and databases, including Banner, CRM, Salesforce, CLSS, Nanook Navigator, and DegreeWorks, is also important.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in a related field, preferably in a natural science or STEM field, and at least three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- At least three years of relevant work experience, preferably in the natural sciences and higher education.

Additional Requirements:

- Possible travel within Alaska for recruitment and other special events may be required.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- Some evening or weekend work and a flexible schedule may be necessary to support recruitment, advising, and student events.

Position Details:

This position is located on the UAF Troth Yeddha' campus in Fairbanks, Alaska. It is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/support/prospectiveemployees.php. 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 https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/compensation/compensation/salary-schedules.php#:~:text=of%20hours%20worked-,Salary%20Schedules,-Faculty%20Salary%20Schedules, Grade 79, based on education and experience.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and the names with contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.

Application review will begin on November 30, 2026. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration; however, the recruitment will remain open until filled.

📃To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vZC521UMHQCwD3gPrM0vIj658Pwv96b_phbSd2zujFQ/edit?usp=drive_link.

☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Laura Frisone, College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences HR Manager, at mailto:uaf-cfos-hr@alaska.edu or (907) 474-7383.

*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 the ADA team at mailto:ua-ada@alaska.edu.

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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 mailto:police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or mailto: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 mailto:uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/compliance/clery-act/annual-security-reports.html. 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 mailto:uas.orca@alaska.edu.

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