Student Affairs Advisor

Universal Technical Institute • Dallas, TX

5d • $50,000 - $54,000

About The Position

Overview Position Overview: Are you a compassionate problem-solver with a knack for guiding students through academic and personal challenges? As a Student Affairs Advisor, you'll play a crucial role in supporting student success and ensuring their journey is smooth and rewarding. From academic advising to managing student services and collaborating with diverse teams, this role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about making a difference in students' lives. What we offer: Salary : $50,000 - $54,000 per year depending on experience Paid Training Tuition Waiver : Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses Paid Time Off : Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday) Retirement Matching : 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days Paid Parental Leave : 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby Competitive Insurance : Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents Pet Insurance : Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA Health Plan Enrollment : Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment Responsibilities Guide Success: Monitor student grades and attendance, provide academic advising, and manage paperwork for withdrawals and leaves of absence. Support Systems: Act as a backup for Student Services, partner with the Education Department, and assist with various student and community programs. Enhance Learning: Develop course schedules, address scheduling challenges, and advise students on their options. Champion Resources: Assist with ADA/504 accommodations, Veterans Benefits, and Student VISA processes as needed. Foster Community: Support housing needs, mediate roommate conflicts, and ensure housing status codes are updated. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or GED required; 4-year degree in a related field preferred but not required Experience: 2-3 years in the education field highly preferred Skills: Proficiency in Word and Excel, excellent customer service, communication, and organizational abilities Attributes: Positive attitude, multi-tasker, and willingness to learn About Us: It’s all about reputation. 60 years of experience, trusted by 35+ industry-leading brands, 16 campuses, and 16 technical programs. But it’s not all about the numbers. Here at Universal Technical Institute and its family of schools, we care about YOU. We care about making a change in the lives of our employees and our students. We’re on a mission to expand our reach and increase our impact, one life at a time and that starts with yours...Come and be a part of our legacy!

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Proficiency in Word and Excel, excellent customer service, communication, and organizational abilities
• Positive attitude, multi-tasker, and willingness to learn
• 2-3 years in the education field highly preferred

Nice To Haves

• 4-year degree in a related field preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Monitor student grades and attendance, provide academic advising, and manage paperwork for withdrawals and leaves of absence.
• Act as a backup for Student Services, partner with the Education Department, and assist with various student and community programs.
• Develop course schedules, address scheduling challenges, and advise students on their options.
• Assist with ADA/504 accommodations, Veterans Benefits, and Student VISA processes as needed.
• Support housing needs, mediate roommate conflicts, and ensure housing status codes are updated.

Benefits

• Salary : $50,000 - $54,000 per year depending on experience
• Paid Training
• Tuition Waiver : Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
• Paid Time Off : Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday)
• Retirement Matching : 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
• Paid Parental Leave : 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
• Competitive Insurance : Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
• Pet Insurance : Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA Health Plan
• Health Plan Enrollment : Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees