Blazing Start is an academic support program designed to serve conditionally admitted students beginning at Orientation throughout their first year at UAB. A dedicated Academic Advisor works directly with Blazing Start students, ensuring they have the resources and support necessary to be successful in college. In addition to providing academic support, the Blazing Start program encourages campus involvement, so students feel engaged and connected to the UAB community.

The Blazing Start Program Coordinator/ Academic Advisor guides participating students in developing academic skills, provides resources for student success, and holistically supports students’ first-year transition at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Develops program materials, tracks completion of program requirements, administers satisfaction surveys, and compiles annual report.

The Blazing Start Program Coordinator also serves as the Program Advisor to the Blazing Start Student Leadership Council, with a specific focus on event planning and implementation.

(Annual Salary: $46,530 - $51,677)

Qualifications

Master's degree in Counseling, Education or a related field and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Primary Location

: University

Job Category

: Professional & Managerial

Organization

: 275008000 Retention Initiatives

Employee Status

: Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite

Equal Opportunity Statement: UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

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