ACADEMIC ADVISOR II

Company: The University of Texas at Dallas
Location: Dallas
Posted on: August 31, 2024

Job Description:

Posting Number: S05897PDepartment: Arts, Humanities, and TechnologySalary Range: Up to $55,000 Depending on QualificationsPay Basis: MonthlyPosition Status: Regular full-timeLocation: RichardsonJob Description:Academic advisors provide specialized academic advising services to students and advising-based perspectives to University colleagues and public stakeholders, such as students, family-members and prospective students. By integrating excellent interpersonal and communication skills with intermediate knowledge of curricula, policies (departmental, School, and University), resources, and student development, the Advisor helps students identify options, set academic and developmental goals, and make progress toward those goals.The advisor assists in the development of advising programs and initiatives that facilitate student engagement, success, and retention, provides advising data, and collaborates with academic and other University operational units on matters that impact student recruitment, success, and retention.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and two (2) years related experience; or Master's degree.Preferred Education and Experience: - Strong computer skills in electronic file management, word processing, database management, and spreadsheets and experience with student information systems. - Professional student-focused experience in a higher education setting (e.g. academic advising, career advising, student affairs, etc.). - Experience in and/or knowledge pertaining to university operations, policies, and procedures in areas such as registration, class scheduling, degree and graduation requirementsImportant Message:1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE , including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator (ADACoordinator@utdallas.edu) . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator (TitleIXCoordinator@utdallas.edu) .

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