Academic Advisor

Exempt

Posting End Date

July 7, 2023

Earliest Start Date

June 21, 2023

Salary

$40,000 annually.

Hours per Week

40.00 Standard from 8:00
AM to 5:00 PM

Hiring Department

College of Education Dean’s Office

Please Note

Note: The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of
this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary
accountabilities listed below. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined
by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which
authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the State where the
applicant resides and must be insurable as defined in the UT System UTS 157, as applicable to the performance of essential duties and
responsibilities of the position.

Required Application Materials

A resume, letter of Interest, and a list of 3
professional references are required in order to apply.

Please submit all required documents in a combined PDF file to
be considered.

Purpose of Position

Under general supervision and with moderate latitude for
independent judgment and initiative, this position serves as an academic and co-curricular advisor and mentor to students through
graduation. Advisors are expected to ensure accurate course selection to maintain academic progress, appropriate advising to engagement
opportunities, assistance with understanding and maintaining financial aid eligibility, and persistence to degree completion.

Essential Functions

Through a standard holistic model, this position delivers personalized advising and support to an assigned
cohort of students to enhance the student experience. Advisors are responsible for developing academic and co-curricular plans that create
meaningful pathways to degree completion, promoting student engagement in high-impact practices, bridging students’ academic, financial and
social realities through social and financial literacy resources to ensure successful advising, retention, and student success strategies
within cohort assignment.

Track and assess students’ satisfactory academic progress for financial aid and provide academic
assistance through the respective programs/systems including evaluating TSI and other institutional test scores.

Communicates
and meets regularly with assigned cohort of students; records and maintains complete, accurate advising information and student records
within appropriate platforms; participate in new student orientations including presentations/activities for new students and parents; and
manage retention communication campaigns within assigned cohorts.

Communicates and collaborates with colleagues and personnel
across campus, including enrollment services, academic colleges, and student life, serving as an advocate for students with campus offices
and resources.

Prepares appropriate and accurate email communication, advising reports, and other academic documents; is a
custodian of university documents and records; maintains a high degree of confidentiality; and maintains compliance with university rules
and regulations to ensure academic and administrative integrity.

Understands and supports the department’s role in
accomplishing the University’s mission.

Participates in committees, professional trainings, industry conferences and
conventions. Occasional travel is required.

Successfully utilizes all Microsoft Office software and institutional software
systems including the student information system and online scheduling platform.

Employee agrees to abide by Code of Ethics
set forth by the University of Texas at El Paso and the University of Texas System; complies with all state and University policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory responsibilities.

Required
Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Education
required: Bachelor’s Degree.

Minimum Experience
required: Two years of related experience and/or training to the essential duties and responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Core Competencies:

Quality of Work – Knowledge; Accuracy;
Customer Service; Accountability; Commitment

Productivity – Analytical Thinking; Problem Solving; Prioritization;
Completion of Job Assignments; Initiative/Proactive

Reliability – Adaptability; Trustworthiness; Dependability;
Integrity; Attendance

Teamwork – Collaboration; Interpersonal Skills; Communication; Contribution

Working Conditions

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of
this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; and sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to feel; reach with
hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.

Work
Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters
while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EO/AA Statement

In keeping with its Access and Excellence mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and
inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of
all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity /
Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age,
disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance
with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual
harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with
disabilities, please contact UTEP’s Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.