Academic Advisor

Baylor University•Waco, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Academic Advisor consults directly with students on developing academic plans, providing support through challenges in college, advising on course selection, overseeing assigned responsibilities related to student retention, and providing guidance on academic progress toward degree completion. The Academic Advisor provides critical support to the Hankamer School of Business student population ensuring students maintain satisfactory academic progress toward degree completion. The Academic Advisor also presents information to small and large groups of parents and students.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree and one year of relevant work experience are required.
All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s degree and two years of relevant work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as advisor of record for freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors, and transfer students by developing educational plans, selecting courses, evaluating academic progress, referring to university resources and reviewing BBA options and study abroad
Assist in various departmental, Business School, and University initiatives to improve student success including new student advising and orientation
Assist as a presenter as needed and attend daily prospective student visits, recruiting events, current student events, and summer orientation
Document student appointments, manage digital files, manage appointments, email communication, and process petitions
Assist with additional projects including an option to participate in missions and study abroad opportunities as needed
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
Ability to comply with university policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance