Job description
Job Title
Academic Advisor I
Agency
Texas A&M University at Galveston
Department
Center for Academic Learning Support
Proposed Minimum Salary
$2,964.00 monthly
Job Location
Galveston, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our
core values
which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who We Are
We are the ocean campus of Texas A&M University at College Station. Our employees come from throughout the world, with many different backgrounds, cultures and interests. Aggies by the Sea promote a welcoming and highly productive work environment. We support the university’s goals to recruit and retain a quality workforce and encourage life-long learning practices. We will do our part to assist you in your new position and encourage you to take advantage of training and development opportunities that are available to help you be successful.
What We Want
The Academic Advisor I, under general supervision, recruits and advises students concerning their career goals and academic requirements. The selected candidate can expect to perform various duties which include, reviewing degree plans, verifying completion of degree requirements and conducting presentations about the university to visiting groups. If the description sounds exciting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity to join our team.
What you need to know
Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.
Please note: The selected candidate must be able to move, pull, and/or push heavy objects.
Required Education and Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
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Knowledge of student information systems, degree planning, and degree audits
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Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
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Ability to present information clearly and concisely
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Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
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Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Responsibilities:
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Academic Advising - Under general supervision, provides academic advice and guidance to students. Advises students with academic, probationary, and financial concerns and determines possible course of action. Processes add/drops, Q drops, withdraws, change of curriculums, and course registration. May process course substitutions. Reviews degree plans, academic records, and test scores on file. Verifies completion of degree requirements. Monitors student progress and degree requirements, and fosters retention of students through mentoring, monitoring of student grades, and other support programs. Reviews and provides input on scholarship applications.
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Prospective Student Advising - Answers inquiries and provides information to prospective students, students, and parents. Meets with and refers students to available resources and departments. Reviews applicant records including transfers, readmission applicants, and change of curriculum requests. Gives presentations about the University to visiting groups such as Campus Preview and/or Campus Visit programs. Participates in recruitment events, activities, and programs including those at local community colleges and high schools. Assists with family visits and group tours.
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Supports Campus Student Success Initiatives - Participates in TAMUG Advising Council. Supports preregistration/registration for new student conferences. 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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.
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