Academic Advisor II - Department of English

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of English at Texas A&M University is seeking an Academic Advisor II who is excited to support a wide student population. As the sole advisor for the department, you will work with English majors while also advising students from across the university who are completing required English coursework. This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students at all stages of their academic journey. In this role, you will empower students to achieve their academic and career goals by clarifying degree requirements, navigating university policies, and supporting retention and student success. While you will work independently in this role, you will be part of a collaborative advising office that values teamwork, shared knowledge, and student‑centered support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two years of academic advising or related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of NACADA Core Values, advising theories, models, and best practices.
• Understanding of professional, ethical, and legal standards in academic advising, including confidentiality.
• Familiarity with curriculum requirements, degree programs, and academic policies.
• Experience supporting student learning, development, and success outcomes.
• Knowledge of student populations and common academic, personal, and mental health concerns.
• Awareness of campus and community resources that support student success and well‑being.
• Ability to articulate and apply a personal advising philosophy aligned with NACADA principles.
• Skill in guiding students through decision‑making, goal setting, and academic planning.
• Experience identifying high‑risk indicators and referring students to appropriate resources.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport and collaborate with campus partners.
• Experience planning or supporting advising, retention, and student success initiatives.
• Ability to assess advising effectiveness using data and trends.
• Experience using advising technologies, databases, and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of project management, coaching principles, and training development.
• Experience developing and delivering training or professional development related to academic advising.
• Familiarity with Texas A&M University’s mission, culture, policies, and advising practices.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on academic goals, majors/minors, and future educational or career options.
• Guide students through academic policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Review academic records and assist with course selection and exception requests.
• Provide input on students’ academic standing and probation decisions.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date student records and advising notes.
• Proactively engage students through multiple outreach methods to share important deadlines, updates, and events.
• Connect students with appropriate academic, career, and wellness resources as needed.
• Monitor student progress toward degree completion and identify students who may need additional support or intervention.
• Plan and support advising, student success, retention events, and academic campaigns.
• Use developmental advising strategies to support students’ academic growth and success.
• Assist with training and sharing information with new staff and student employees in the advising department.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Free exercise programs and release time
• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level