Senior Academic Advisor, Department of Theatre and Dance

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, UT

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The College of Fine Arts is seeking a Senior Academic Advisor for the Department of Theatre and Dance. This role will participate in the planning and delivery of academic advising services for Fine Arts Student Affairs, primarily working with students in the Department of Theatre and Dance. The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and six years of experience working with college students or in an academic counseling capacity OR Master's degree in a related field and four years of experience.
Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, Word and Outlook).
Demonstrated ability to track multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
Effective Communication
Emotional Intelligence
Initiative
Accuracy and Attention to Detail
Teamwork
Growth and Development Mindset
Service Excellence
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Completion of federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form
Presentation of acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States by the third day of employment.
Compliance with E-Verify requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience in advising or student affairs at The University of Texas at Austin or a comparable setting.
Familiarity with Theatre and Dance as an academic discipline.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary advisor to a caseload of students majoring in Theatre and Dance, establishing rapport, providing support, and assisting students in navigating the university.
Provide information about degree requirements, academic policies, and institutional rules, following departmental guidelines and policies.
Make appropriate referrals to other offices and programs.
Assist students in identifying and pursuing educational, life, and career goals.
Help students to identify and mitigate barriers to academic success and counsel students in distress.
Stimulate student behaviors that develop independence, personal well-being, and growth.
Coordinate major-specific student programs.
Work closely with school leadership to enhance undergraduate opportunity and excellence.
Apprise stakeholders of student needs and provide essential input on curricular matters.
Liaise with appropriate administrators to ensure course availability.
Oversee course closing limits, reservations, wait lists, and prerequisite checks with the course scheduler.
Manage student petitions and memos.
Inform students of advising and other opportunities via website, electronic newsletters, and digital publications.
Draft correspondence and respond to generic inquiries.
Share pertinent information on Theatre and Dance with relevant staff and groups.
Stay up to date on advising, college, and university initiatives.
Communicate with faculty on student matters.
Actively participate in team meetings and decision making.
Support team members working with students majoring in other Fine Arts disciplines.
Advance Fine Arts Student Affairs objectives and contribute to its programs (New Student Orientation, First-Year Experience, etc.).
Increase knowledge and abilities through continuing education and professional development.
Serve on departmental, Academic Counselors Association, and/or Fine Arts committees.
Staff student events (Commencement, Gone to Fine Arts, etc.).