Academic Advisor II

Job Title

Academic Advisor II

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Academic Advisor II, under general supervision, recruits and advises graduate students concerning their career goals and academic requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Meets and corresponds with graduate students to provide academic advice and guidance.
• Refers students to appropriate campus resources and departments.
• Answers inquiries and provides information to prospective students, current students and parents.
• Assists graduate students with adds/drops, withdrawals, changes of curriculum and other academic processes.
• Provides input on graduate students’ academic status and decisions.
• Reviews academic records and test scores to monitor graduate student progress and degree requirements.
• Reviews and provides input on scholarship applications.
• Provides input and support for master's admission process.
• Coordinates graduate ambassador program and team.
• Coordinates graduate program events and activities including new student orientation.
• Serves as the staff liaison for graduate student organizations in the department.
• Prepares academic and departmental documents and reports.
• Provides support for faculty on academic-related activities.
• Occasionally work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience:

• Two years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Knowledge of student information systems, degree planning, and degree audits.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

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.

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