Academic Advisor IV-1

Job Title

Academic Advisor IV-1

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Medicine - Office Of Student Affairs

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What we believe

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

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

We are looking for an individual to join our team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

Job Summary : The Academic Advisor IV, under general supervision, recruits and advises students concerning their educational or career goals, academic requirements, and related personal concerns

Required Education and Experience:

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

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master's Degree in Education or Counseling or a related field
• Two years of related experience in student advising or counseling

• Experience working with diverse individuals and communities

Other Requirements:

• Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. Travel required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides academic advice and guidance to students.
• Provides input on probationary status decisions.
• Advise students on both clerkship and elective schedules.
• Create and give presentations to students
• Meets with and refers students to available resources and departments. Both group and class meetings and individual appointments.
• Assures students are registered each semester with set timelines.
• Assists students with adds/ drops, withdrawals, and changes of curriculum.
• Manage enrollment rosters(LOA, adjusting grad year, transitioning between programs
• Reviews academic records and test scores on file for course recommendations.
• Monitors student progress and degree requirements.
• Verifies completion of degree requirements. Reviews and provides input on scholarship applications.
• Ensure students turn in SDL each semester in the timeframe, and assigned faculty provide feedback.
• Track SDL plans with students.
• Each advisor will coordinate an academic related initiative or program (tutoring program, Self-directed learning program, advising software management, etc.)
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University 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.