Academic Advisor I
Academic Advisor I
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Job Description
Job Title
Academic Advisor IAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
Transition Academic ProgramsProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
What we want
The Academic Advisor I is responsible for driving engagement and empowering students to achieve their academic and career goals. This position will play a vital role in maximizing undergraduate student retention by building relationships with students and clarifying procedures and academic requirements for specific programs or majors.
What you need to know
Salary Range: Salary is Commensurate (Based on selected hires qualifications)
Cover Letter & Resume: Acover letter and resume are strongly recommended
Special Note: Works to cover shifts or take emergency call on evenings weekends and holidays as required
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience
No required experience
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Initiating building and maintaining effective relationships
Communicating with others in a clear and concise manner that is audience appropriate
Researching information to meet situation parameters
Actively listening to determine speakers goals needs and/or challenges
Organizing prioritizing and working effectively to meet goals and parameters of simultaneous projects
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of student development in higher education
Strong computer skills and familiarity with undergraduate curriculum
TAMU academic advising experience
Ability to lead students in developing education and personal goals
Responsibilities
Provides academic advising for students grounded in tenets of practice outlined by the National Association of Academic Advising (NACADA) and appropriate academic advising and student development theories
Advises for course selection registration academic planning career and educational goal setting appropriate resources transitioning to the university and retention issues
Advises in both group and individual settings with current and prospective students
Monitors academic progress and implements intervention strategies for students who receive academic alerts or who need assistance in maintaining or improving their academic standing
Promotes student learning development and personal growth to empower selfsufficiency. Provides students with proactive referrals to appropriate resources and timely reminders and other targeted individual and group communications using email texting and social media
Assist with implementation of retention programs and interventions for all students
Applies knowledge of State University and college policies and procedures and maintains accurate records of student contacts
Who we are
The mission of Transition Academic Programs is to communicate relevant timely and accurate academic information to students in a supportive and professional environment that is focused on each students goal to complete a degree. Our knowledge base services and programs reflect the broad scope of Undergraduate Studies. Our vision is that all students will find that our advocacy contributes to a supportive environment at Texas A&M University. Most students experience the uncertainties of the transition into a complex university. Our students will identify new goals and objectives for their university experience make progress toward personal academic intellectual and professional aspirations and become capable of moving into society as responsible citizens who understand the importance of lifelong learning in the development of character and ethical leadership.
Why Texas A&M University
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions Core Values and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university such as sporting and cultural events stateoftheart recreation facilities the Bush Library and Museum and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable costofliving and no long commutes.
Medical prescription drug dental vision life and AD&D flexible spending accounts and longterm disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining webinars and limited financial support to attend conferences workshops and more
Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees for employees
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives talents & identities. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect Excellence Leadership Loyalty Integrity and Selfless Service.
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
