What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor I - College of Science and Engineering position at Texas State University?
Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number
2025260
Posting/Functional Title
Academic Advisor I - College of Science and Engineering
University Pay Plan Title
Academic Advisor I
Location
San Marcos
Department
Science & Engr Academic Advising Center
Recruitment Type
Open to All
Job Type
Full-Time
Funding Source
Permanent
Monthly Salary
$3,657.34
Job Category
Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Experience working with children, adolescents, and/or college students in a professional or volunteer capacity.
- Work some hours outside of the normal Monday through Friday 8:00 to 5:00 (evenings and weekends). While working outside of normal working hours is not common, it sometimes occurs to best serve current and future students.
- Demonstrated skill in using computer software, specifically Microsoft 365 and virtual meeting/communication platforms (i.e. Zoom and MS Teams).
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to perform math sufficient to calculate GPAs, percentages, and basic statistics for summarizing data.
- Demonstrated professional work experience interpreting and explaining complex policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability for attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate degree in student development, higher education, or related field.
- Professional academic advising experience in higher education.
- Demonstrated professional knowledge of Texas State academic policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated experience using Degree Works degree audit software in a professional capacity. Use of your personal degree audit while a student does not qualify.
Job Description
Provide academic advising to new, continuing, and returning undergraduate students majoring in the College of Science and Engineering.
Job Duties
Student Guidance and Academic Planning
- Provide accurate and consistent information about majors, degree requirements, and progress toward graduation.
- Engage with undergraduate students in-person, virtually, and over the phone.
- Clearly explain complex information related to institutional policies and procedures.
- Coordinate, plan, and prepare for advising sessions.
- Help undergraduate students define and develop realistic educational and career goals.
Student Support and Outreach
- Refer undergraduate students to appropriate resources for assistance.
- Review graduation applications and certify students’ eligibility for graduation.
- Assist with the review and dissemination of undergraduate catalog/curriculum information.
- Participate in university efforts toward recruitment and retention such as Bobcat Day and New Student Orientation.
- Provide recommendations for continuous improvement of advising services and integrate practices aimed at improving the student experience.
- Commit to ongoing professional development and attainment of knowledge regarding industry advancements and best practices in academic advising.
- Acknowledge and research student concerns, collaborate with appropriate stakeholders, and advocate for solutions with a commitment to fairness and integrity.
Administrative and Cross-Campus Collaboration
- Maintain collaborative relationships with academic units and university partners.
- Maintain confidential student records through accurate and thorough documentation.
- Provide administrative office assistance as needed.
Additional Information to Applicants
You will be required to attach:
- Resume.
- Grammatically correct, well-written cover letter demonstrating how your qualifications apply to the job duties for this position.
- One letter of recommendation from a current or previous employer dated within the past year.
- Completed Qualifications Chart.
Additional information:
- We welcome applicants from all academic backgrounds. Applicants are not required to have a degree in the sciences or engineering!
- We plan to hire 1-4 advisors via this posting.
- This job is an in-person position on the San Marcos campus. Fully trained COSE advisors may request approval from the director to work remotely. This position can participate in remote work up to two days per week, as assigned by the director.
- Advising staff will infrequently work some hours outside of the normal Monday through Friday 8:00 to 5:00 (evenings and weekends). While working outside of normal working hours is not common, it sometimes occurs to best serve current and future students.
Job Open Date
01/28/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until Filled
Yes
Normal Work Days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start
8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End
5:00PM
Posting Notices
You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and chart to your application. , You will be required to electronically attach a letter of recommendation.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
- Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
- Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
- Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
- Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
- An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
- Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
Salary : $3,657
