Director, Academic Advising

University of North Texas at Dallas, United States

Updated: 3 months ago

Location: Denton, TEXAS

Job Type: FullTime

Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information

UNT System Overview	Welcome to the University of North Texas System . The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco , the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law , and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Posting Title	Director, Academic Advising
Department	UNT-RCOB-Undergrad Programs-131200
Job Location	Denton
Full Time/Part Time	Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility	TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information	For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information	Salary commensurate with experience
Department Summary	The University of North Texas G. Brint Ryan College of Business is the choice of more than 9,000 students and more than 2,000 graduate students — making it one of the largest business schools in the nation. Since 1961, the college has been continuously accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) — a hallmark of the world’s best business schools. Nationally recognized and cutting-edge degrees, enable students to learn beyond the classroom so they can become leaders in their field.
Position Overview	Directs college-wide undergraduate academic advising activities and student retention initiatives at G. Brint Ryan College of Business to ensure their alignment with the RCOB and UNT’s strategic priorities through (1) the setting of priorities and goals for RCOB undergraduate advising and retention; (2) performance planning and management; (3) the identification and implementation of best practices in the area of undergraduate student advising and retention; (4) leadership, and development of undergraduate advising staff and direct supervision of senior advising staff; (5) the development and enforcement of RCOB advising and retention policies and procedures that promote student academic success and ensure outstanding advising experience for RCOB students; (6) timely planning, acquisition development and efficient utilization of RCOB undergraduate advising resources.

Additional Posting Details

Minimum Qualifications	Master’s Degree and four years of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, professional academic advising, or related experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	• Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate). • Current knowledge of student development and counseling theory. • Strong leadership skills appropriate for a supportive, dynamic environment. • Strong presentation skills, critical thinking skills, creative problem solving skills. • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Preferred Qualifications
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule	Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm with some evenings and some Saturdays
Driving University Vehicle	No
Security Sensitive	This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement	The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title	Director, Academic Advising
Physical Requirements	Carrying, Lifting up to 10 pounds, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Walking

Job Duties

o	Strategic planning and communication for RCOB advising and retention: In collaboration with RCOB leadership, defines strategic priorities and goals for RCOB undergraduate academic advising and retention to ensure their alignment with UNT and RCOB’s strategic priorities. Actively communicates strategic priorities and goals for RCOB advising and retention with RCOB’s Undergraduate Programs Office leadership, advising staff, as well as with RCOB’s faculty and staff.

Strategic planning and communication for RCOB advising and retention: In collaboration with RCOB leadership, defines strategic priorities and goals for RCOB undergraduate academic advising and retention to ensure their alignment with UNT and RCOB’s strategic priorities. Actively communicates strategic priorities and goals for RCOB advising and retention with RCOB’s Undergraduate Programs Office leadership, advising staff, as well as with RCOB’s faculty and staff.

o	Performance planning and management for RCOB advising and retention: Sets RCOB advising and retention performance objectives in alignment with the defined strategic priorities and goals. Designs and implements RCOB advising and retention performance metrics; monitors and communicates the progress towards the set goals with the advising staff and RCOB leadership; ensures the alignment of individual RCOB advising staff motivation and performance metrics with RCOB advising and retention priorities and performance goals.

Performance planning and management for RCOB advising and retention: Sets RCOB advising and retention performance objectives in alignment with the defined strategic priorities and goals. Designs and implements RCOB advising and retention performance metrics; monitors and communicates the progress towards the set goals with the advising staff and RCOB leadership; ensures the alignment of individual RCOB advising staff motivation and performance metrics with RCOB advising and retention priorities and performance goals.

o	Best practice management: Continuously monitors and identifies best practices in the area of undergraduate academic advising and retention through active participation in UNT committees, continuous partnership with the area of Student Success in the Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, attendance of advising conferences, and active research of academic advising and retention best practices. In collaboration with RCOB Undergraduate Programs Assistant Dean, RCOB Academic Associate Dean and the area of Student Success in the area of VPAA plans the implementation of identified best practices (including those related to the implementation of SW solutions) at RCOB advising; Manages the implementation of identified best practices and solutions at RCOB advising through effective communication, staff engagement and change management.

Best practice management: Continuously monitors and identifies best practices in the area of undergraduate academic advising and retention through active participation in UNT committees, continuous partnership with the area of Student Success in the Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, attendance of advising conferences, and active research of academic advising and retention best practices. In collaboration with RCOB Undergraduate Programs Assistant Dean, RCOB Academic Associate Dean and the area of Student Success in the area of VPAA plans the implementation of identified best practices (including those related to the implementation of SW solutions) at RCOB advising; Manages the implementation of identified best practices and solutions at RCOB advising through effective communication, staff engagement and change management.

o	Talent development and management for RCOB advising and retention: Leads and develops RCOB advising staff through goal setting and providing mentorship, guidance, professional development opportunities and work direction as required. Ensures the development of positive and collaborative work culture, and fosters productive working relationships among advising staff. Provides direct supervision of senior advising staff and counselors.

Talent development and management for RCOB advising and retention: Leads and develops RCOB advising staff through goal setting and providing mentorship, guidance, professional development opportunities and work direction as required. Ensures the development of positive and collaborative work culture, and fosters productive working relationships among advising staff. Provides direct supervision of senior advising staff and counselors.

o	Policy management for RCOB advising and retention: Develops and implements RCOB advising policies and procedures to ensure that they promote student academic success and ensure outstanding advising experience for RCOB students. Continuously monitors changes in the regulatory environment and UNT policies and procedures as they relate to undergraduate advising and retention. Plans and implements changes to RCOB advising policies and procedures to ensure their compliance with UNT policies and procedures and state and federal regulations. Assists in the interpretation of complex directives and regulations and helps resolve issues concerning policies and procedures for advising staff and students at RCOB and across campus. Serves as backup signature authority for items needing Academic Dean/Assistant Dean signature as needed.

Policy management for RCOB advising and retention: Develops and implements RCOB advising policies and procedures to ensure that they promote student academic success and ensure outstanding advising experience for RCOB students. Continuously monitors changes in the regulatory environment and UNT policies and procedures as they relate to undergraduate advising and retention. Plans and implements changes to RCOB advising policies and procedures to ensure their compliance with UNT policies and procedures and state and federal regulations. Assists in the interpretation of complex directives and regulations and helps resolve issues concerning policies and procedures for advising staff and students at RCOB and across campus. Serves as backup signature authority for items needing Academic Dean/Assistant Dean signature as needed.

o	Resource management at RCOB advising and retention: In collaboration with RCOB Undergraduate Programs Assistant Dean and Academic Associate Dean, identifies advising resources necessary for the achievement of RCOB performance goals. Plans and manages resource acquisition, including the hiring of advising staff. Develops and implements processes and solutions to ensure effective and efficient utilization of RCOB advising resources. Continuously monitors and identifies improvement opportunities for effective and efficient utilization of advising resources at RCOB.

Resource management at RCOB advising and retention: In collaboration with RCOB Undergraduate Programs Assistant Dean and Academic Associate Dean, identifies advising resources necessary for the achievement of RCOB performance goals. Plans and manages resource acquisition, including the hiring of advising staff. Develops and implements processes and solutions to ensure effective and efficient utilization of RCOB advising resources. Continuously monitors and identifies improvement opportunities for effective and efficient utilization of advising resources at RCOB.

o	Academic Advising oversight: Oversees operations relating to scheduling of advising appointments, orientation process, new hire training for advising staff and maintains the continuity of advising staff and practices for assigned area.

o	Special Projects: Lead/participate in special projects associated with UNT and RCOB strategic initiatives and related to duties and responsibilities of the position (if applicable).

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	S7750P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/79980

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