What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Academic Advisor, College of Natural Sciences position at University of Texas at Austin?
Job Posting Title:
Associate Academic Advisor, College of Natural Sciences----
Hiring Department:
College of Natural Sciences----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40----
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt----
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue----
Location:
AUSTIN, TX----
Job Details:
General Notes
The College of Natural Sciences at the University of Texas at Austin strives to foster a work environment that enables all employees to contribute at the highest possible level to support the mission of the University.We are committed to being a community that celebrates the dignity of every individual, honors differences and lets each person know that they belong.What starts here really does change the world. For more information about the College of Natural Sciences, please visit. https://cns.utexas.edu.
Must be eligible to work in the US on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.
Two candidates will be selected for the Associate Academic Advisor positions from this posting.
Purpose
Advise students individually and in groups about the development of educational plan options and the resources available, as well take on programs within the advising office and collaborate with the department and college on iniatives. To advance our core mission of fostering wellness, belonging, and success for all students.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate Integrated 5-year BS_MS Program application process annually. Includes coordinating and presenting info sessions, organizing and tracking application materials, communicating with the applicants, updating website to reflect accurate information and admits and the departmental review committee. OR Hire, train and supervise team of front desk student workers. Manage budget of student employee wages to ensure coverage.
- Participate in freshmen and transfer orientations as well as facilitate multiple C S Pod learning communities.
- Provide academic advising for Computer Science Majors.
- Attend meetings, professional development, participate in trainings and serve on committees as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned, including supporting special projects and staffing events within CNS.
- Other duties as assigned, including supporting special projects and staffing events within CNS.
Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience with student populations (higher education preferred). Demonstrated ability to effectively provide academic and non-academic advising to students. Ability to teach, present, and/or train a wide range of students. Proven ability to effectively and positively collaborate with others. Superb written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills. Must be student-centered and focused on student success. Ability to anticipate next steps and initiate action without being asked. Proven ability to act with discretion and hold necessary information confidential. Limited evening and weekend hours may be required. Must be able to work in-person on The University of Texas at Austin campus.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree and at least 2 years of experience with student populations (higher education preferred).
Salary Range$45,000 depending on qualifications
Working Conditions- Environmental Demands: may work around standard office conditions
- Physical Tasks: Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.----
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
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Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
- E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
- E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
- Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
- Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
Salary : $45,000
