Academic Advisor I or II

Texas A&M University System•College Station, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Academic Advisor I or II position within Texas A&M Engineering's Engineering Advising Services is responsible for providing academic guidance to students. This role involves advising on course selection, registration, academic planning, career and educational goal-setting, and connecting students with appropriate resources. The advisor will monitor academic progress, implement intervention strategies for students facing academic challenges, and promote student learning and development. The position also assists with retention programs and requires knowledge of state, university, and college policies and procedures, as well as maintaining accurate student contact records. The job description highlights the need for problem-solvers, customer-service oriented individuals, and organized professionals to support students in navigating their degree programs. This role offers opportunities for career advancement within the university.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with no additional experience required (for Academic Advisor I)
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (for Academic Advisor II)
Two years of related experience (for Academic Advisor II)
Resume/CV
Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
Letter of interest
Must have all required job application data entered.
Must present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States no later than the third day of employment.
Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation.

Nice To Haves

extensive experience
interpersonal dynamism
great listening skills

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 self-sufficiency.
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.
Maintains accurate records of student contacts.

Benefits

Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.
Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution.
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Generous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.
Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.
Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.