Academic Advisor II (S04618P)

Job Summary:
Responsible for overseeing an academic advising program or unit; implementing current policies; developing new initiatives; understanding the academics needs of students; meeting individually with students; organizing events related to advising and outreach; facilitating exchanges of relevant information with other units.

Essential Duties:

• Plans, develops, and implements all policies affecting a specific student population and facilitates campuswide coordination.
• Advises student individually and collectively.
• Represents the academic unit during meetings or other events with students, parents, faculty, or administrators, with some events occurring outside normal work hours.
• Develops and oversees projects related to advising.
• Assists with the recruiting and training of fulltime or part-time advisors.
• Teaches one course for the department during each long semester.
• Participates in professional conferences and other forms of professional development.
• Coordinates advising with humanities departments and other units in the College of Liberal Arts.
• Performs other duties as required by supervisor

Required Qualifications:
BA in English or closely aligned field; four (4) years of experience in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications:
MA or PhD in English or closely aligned field; six (6) years of experience in higher education.

Special Instructions:
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

EEO Statement:
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

Open Until Filled: No

Location: Arlington