Academic Advisor I

Job Title

Academic Advisor I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Finance

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,006.37 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.  Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values .

Who we are

Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School, is a vibrant learning organization of more than 175 faculty members, 125 staff members, and 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students in accounting, finance, management, management information systems, marketing and supply chain management. As a member of our team, you would play an integral role in our vision to advance the world’s prosperity.

What we want

The Academic Advisor I, under general supervision, recruits and advises undergraduate students concerning their career goals and academic requirements Provides information on and refers students to University and Mays resources that can assist in meeting their needs or solving problems. May supervise projects. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability as stated above. If the description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity.

What you need to know

Position Details: May require occasional work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. Travel required.

Special Note: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

COVID-19 information:  Texas A&M University monitors local, state and federally mandated health guidelines to keep students, employees, prospective employees, and visitors as safe as possible. For the latest information regarding Texas A&M’s COVID-19 response, please visit the University’s COVID-19 website . For COVID-19 employment-related information, please visit the Division of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness’ COVID-19 website .

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications

• Knowledge of student information systems, degree planning, and degree audits

• Ability to present information clearly and concisely

• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Must have a Class “C” vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment

Preferred Experience:

• TAMU academic advising experience

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Highly effective communicator in large group (auditorium), small group (classroom), and one-on-one settings 

• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Mays undergraduate curriculum

• Ability to utilize student information management systems such as Howdy and Compass

Responsibilities:

• Academic Advising - Provides academic advice to Finance undergraduate students. Advises or refers students and prospective students in areas concerning business school admission, professional concerns, Finance degree and certificate programs, academic schedules, course schedules, course planning and selections, major options, and career and educational goals. Advises students with academic, financial, and related personal concerns, and determines possible courses of action.

• Student Administration - Reviews and approves degree plan adjustments and curriculum changes. Approves, establishes, and monitors student probationary terms as necessary. Advises students on academic preparation, time management, test anxiety, and study skills. Responds to inquiries from students and parents. Knows, interprets, and enforces university and business school rules, policies, and procedures.

• Liaison - Interacts with faculty to provide an exchange of information and to enhance advisement of students. Serves as a liaison between Mays Business School and other university offices regarding admissions, registration, degree audits, advising, and counseling. Assists in development and revision of informational materials, handbooks, and newsletters for students, departments, and the business school. May be cross-trained in responsibilities of other academic advisors in Mays Undergraduate Advising Office.

• Student Records - Uses Compass for student registration, degree audit, course prerequisites, etc. May exercise independent judgment for adjustment of student records. Prepares various academic and advising reports.

• Specialized Programs - Assists with specialized activities. Attends university-wide meetings. Creates presentation materials. Assists with organizations and coordinates special programs as needed. Performance of duties requires operation of a University or other motor vehicle. Performs other duties as assigned.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University and TAMHSC, must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/AffirmativeAction/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.