Academic Advisor

Title: Academic Advisor Employee Classification: Academic Advisor Campus: University of North Texas Division: UNT-Provost SubDivision-Department: UNT-Vice Provost Student Success Department: UNT-Student Success-Gen-111050 Job Location: Denton Salary: 43,888.00 FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible About Us - Values 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 University of North Texas Health 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 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 Department Summary The Office of Advising Services promotes high-quality advising across UNT’s advising units through coordination, training/ professional development, and leadership support. Our advising team offers pathways counseling to prospective and current students, TSI advising, and academic preparedness resources. The office is located in the Academic Success Center at Sage Hall. Position Overview This position is responsible for providing guidance to students on Texas Success Initiative. Advising TSI incomplete students into their course remediation. Coordinating Texas Success Initiative efforts campuswide. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, or professional academic advising. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong presentation skills. Strong problem solving skills. Ability to use a variety of complex computer applications. Ability to communicate effectively with populations verbally and in writing. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to work independently and lead project teams effectively. Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate). Preferred Qualifications Experience in an advising office, and/or working with at-risk populations Knowledgeable on Texas Success Initiative Demonstrated strong organizational skills and attention to details Demonstrated strong communication skills, verbal and written Required License/Registration/Certifications Job Duties Understands and stays informed on changes to TSI polices and procedures Advises students on TSI processes, assessment, and requirements. This includes transcript evaluation of incoming students, advising of incoming and ongoing students, creation of education plans, and communication plan. Maintains up to date documentation and progress of students TSI incomplete Coordinates orientation efforts for TSI incomplete students Ensures TSI information is properly entered and tracked. Sets students up for registration and tracks grades. Promotes good will within the office. Works in a professional cooperative manner with external stakeholders; develops working relationships with advisors across campus. Positively represents the Office of Advising Services at various events on and off campus. This includes, but is not limited to, conferences, committees, campus events, and orientation. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds. Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. Environmental Hazards Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. Work Schedule 8:00am - 5:00pm, Occasional evening or Saturday events Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Benefits For information regarding our Benefits. 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