Academic Advisor I or II
Richardson, Texas
Employer: University of Texas at Dallas
Industry: ECS Student Services
Salary: $40000 - $49000 per year
Job type: Full-Time
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S05978P
Position Title
Academic Advisor I or II
Functional Title
Academic Advisor I or II
Department
ECS Student Services
Salary Range
$40,000 - $49,000 DOQ
Pay Basis
Monthly
Position Status
Regular full-time
Location
Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date
09/30/2024
Posting Close Date
11/30/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Desired Start Date
10/28/2024
Job Summary
Advisor I
Academic advisors provide academic advising services to students and advising-based perspectives to university colleagues and public stakeholders, such as students, family-members, and prospective students. By integrating excellent interpersonal and communication skills with basic knowledge of curricula, policies (departmental, School, and University), resources, and student development, Advisors helps students identify options, set academic and developmental goals, and make progress toward those goals.
The advisor assists in the development of advising programs and initiatives that facilitate student engagement, success, and retention, provides advising data, and collaborates with academic and other University operational units on matters that impact student recruitment, success, and retention.
Advisor II
Academic advisors provide specialized academic advising services to students and advising-based perspectives to University colleagues and public stakeholders, such as students, family-members and prospective students. By integrating excellent interpersonal and communication skills with intermediate knowledge of curricula, policies (departmental, School, and University), resources, and student development, the Advisor helps students identify options, set academic and developmental goals, and make progress toward those goals.
The advisor assists in the development of advising programs and initiatives that facilitate student engagement, success, and retention, provides advising data, and collaborates with academic and other University operational units on matters that impact student recruitment, success, and retention.
Minimum Education and Experience
ACADEMIC ADVISOR I
Bachelor's degree in related field.
ACADEMIC ADVISOR II
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years related experience; or Master's degree.
Preferred Education and Experience
Advisor I
Advisor II
Advisor I
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
REMOTE WORK FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY - After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. May be required to use personal computer and other standard office equipment. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE , including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator .
Posting Details
Posting Number
S05978P
Position Title
Academic Advisor I or II
Functional Title
Academic Advisor I or II
Department
ECS Student Services
Salary Range
$40,000 - $49,000 DOQ
Pay Basis
Monthly
Position Status
Regular full-time
Location
Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date
09/30/2024
Posting Close Date
11/30/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Desired Start Date
10/28/2024
Job Summary
Advisor I
Academic advisors provide academic advising services to students and advising-based perspectives to university colleagues and public stakeholders, such as students, family-members, and prospective students. By integrating excellent interpersonal and communication skills with basic knowledge of curricula, policies (departmental, School, and University), resources, and student development, Advisors helps students identify options, set academic and developmental goals, and make progress toward those goals.
The advisor assists in the development of advising programs and initiatives that facilitate student engagement, success, and retention, provides advising data, and collaborates with academic and other University operational units on matters that impact student recruitment, success, and retention.
Advisor II
Academic advisors provide specialized academic advising services to students and advising-based perspectives to University colleagues and public stakeholders, such as students, family-members and prospective students. By integrating excellent interpersonal and communication skills with intermediate knowledge of curricula, policies (departmental, School, and University), resources, and student development, the Advisor helps students identify options, set academic and developmental goals, and make progress toward those goals.
The advisor assists in the development of advising programs and initiatives that facilitate student engagement, success, and retention, provides advising data, and collaborates with academic and other University operational units on matters that impact student recruitment, success, and retention.
Minimum Education and Experience
ACADEMIC ADVISOR I
Bachelor's degree in related field.
ACADEMIC ADVISOR II
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years related experience; or Master's degree.
Preferred Education and Experience
Advisor I
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- Professional student-focused experience in a higher education setting (e.g. academic advising, career advising, student affairs, etc.).
- Experience in and/or knowledge pertaining to university operations, policies, and procedures in areas such as registration, class scheduling, degree and graduation requirements.
- Knowledge of mechanisms of student retention, student development theories, career development strategies, and recruitment strategies.
- Experience working with a population with sensitivity to cultural and ethnic differences, including students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and prospective students and their families.
Advisor II
- Bachelor's or master's degree in related field.
- Strong computer skills in electronic file management, word processing, database management, and spreadsheets and experience with student information systems.
- Professional student-focused experience in a higher education setting (e.g. academic advising, career advising, student affairs, etc.).
- Experience in and/or knowledge pertaining to university operations, policies, and procedures in areas such as registration, class scheduling, degree and graduation requirements.
- Knowledge of mechanisms of student retention, student development theories, career development strategies, and recruitment strategies.
- Experience working effectively with a population with sensitivity to cultural and ethnic differences, including students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and prospective students and their families.
Advisor I
- Advise students regarding departmental, School, and University policies and procedures; programs of study; and the development of appropriate academic plans.
- Proactively manage an assigned caseload of students, document all pertinent student information, and maintain student files and records.
- Conduct student meetings in-person and virtually on a regular basis.
- Use advising platform and case management strategies to establish targeted student populations for more intensive advising and meet those students a minimum of the required individual advising sessions per semester.
- Monitor students' academic progress and determine satisfactory progress toward an undergraduate degree. Meet with all students on assigned caseload for 45 and 75 credit checkpoints.
- Assist students in identifying their interests, abilities, and academic goals and in making decisions regarding their academic career.
- Introduce students to opportunities that will enrich their academic experience, facilitate their academic and personal development, and support their educational success.
- Teach students how to manage the School experience, navigate the University, make informed decisions, and assume responsibility for their academic success.
- Identify current and potential needs or problem areas (e.g. study skills, tutoring, counseling) and refer students to appropriate campus resources for assistance.
- Assist students in completing graduation applications.
- Participate in student success activities for the School and University, including but not limited to new student orientation, new student welcome, change of major information sessions, course request group advising, plan of study workshops, etc.
- Communicate in a professional manner with department faculty, university administrators, researchers, staff, students, and campus visitors.
- Support class scheduling, enrollment, and systems related to class registration.
- Participate in and provide feedback on training and professional development activities.
- Develop and apply knowledge and skill of assigned specialty advising population.
- Participate in recruitment activities, programs, and initiatives.
- Provide advising information to prospective students and/or parents.
- Assist with student onboarding activities, including pre and post-orientation contact.
- Participation in the activities of the National Academic Advising Association ( NACADA ).
- Other duties as assigned.
- Advise students regarding departmental, School, and University policies and procedures; programs of study; and the development of appropriate academic plans.
- Proactively manage an assigned caseload of students, document all pertinent student information, and maintain student files and records.
- Conduct student meetings in-person and virtually on a regular basis.
- Use advising platform and case-load management strategies to establish targeted student populations for more intensive advising and meet those students a minimum of the required advising sessions per semester.
- Monitor students' academic progress and determine satisfactory progress toward an undergraduate degree. Meet with all students on assigned caseload for 45 and 75 credit checkpoints.
- Assist students in identifying their interests, abilities, and academic goals and in making decisions regarding their academic career.
- Introduce students to opportunities that will enrich their academic experience, facilitate their academic and personal development, and support their educational success.
- Teach students how to manage the School experience, navigate the University, make informed decisions, and assume responsibility for their academic success.
- Identify current and potential needs or problem areas (e.g. study skills, tutoring, counseling) and refer students to appropriate campus resources for assistance.
- Assist students in completing graduation applications.
- Participate in student success activities for the School and University, including but not limited to new student orientation, new student welcome, change of major information sessions, course request group advising, plan of study workshops, etc.
- Communicate in a professional manner with department faculty, university administrators, researchers, staff, students, and campus visitors.
- Support class scheduling, enrollment, and systems related to class registration.
- Participate in and provide feedback on training and professional development activities.
- Develop and apply a comprehensive knowledge and skill of assigned specialty advising population.
- Participate in recruitment activities, programs, and initiatives.
- Provide advising information to prospective students and/or parents.
- Assist with student on-boarding activities including pre and post orientation contact.
- Other duties as assigned.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
REMOTE WORK FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY - After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. May be required to use personal computer and other standard office equipment. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
- Competitive Salary
- Tuition Benefits
- Internal Training
- BCBS PPO Medical insurance - 100% paid for full-time employees
- PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan - PPO plans include ortho benefits for both children & adults
- Vision Insurance
- Long and short-term disability
- TRS Retirement Plan - defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
- Option Retirement Program ( ORP ) - in lieu of TRS for eligible employees
- Voluntary Retirement Plan Options - additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
- Free Dental/Vision/AD&D - for eligible employees who waive UTD medical & have outside group medical coverage
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Winter Break
- Fertility Benefits
- Remote Work Options - approved by department
Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE , including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator .
Created: 2024-10-02
Reference: S05978P
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: Richardson
ZIP: 75081
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