Academic Advisor, Office of the Dean

Position Number: 998629

Department: Freshman College

Salary: $40,000

Job Summary/Description

Provides academic advising and student retention and success services to undergraduate students. Provides information and training to the dean, department chairs, faculty, and support staff.

Typical Duties/Job Duties

1. In collaboration with the dean and department heads, designs and monitors student outreach and advising programs and provides advising services to identified categories of students in the College.
2. Participates in student orientation, relevant recruitment events, and university advising programs as needed.
3. Monitors progress of at-risk students and refers students to appropriate support services.
4. Monitors changes in academic policy, the general education core curriculum, and any other relevant policies, processes, and procedures and communicates these changes to the dean, department heads, and faculty advisors.
5. Monitors and receives training in current best practices in student advising and retention programs.
6. Perform other duties as assigned by the dean.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to learn varied curricula and advise students accurately.
• Ability to learn the principles, practices, and procedures involved in academic advising, student retention, and intervention.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, faculty, and other stakeholders in the academic advising and success process.
• Skilled in the operation of personal computers and the use of various software packages.
• Knowledge of general office procedures and practices.

Minimum Qualifications

Baccalaureate degree and a year of academic support experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual/ability to communicate with Spanish speaking students and parents.

EEO Statement

Angelo State University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting and ensuring equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu.

Remote

No

Posting Number: S702P

Desired Start Date: 08/01/2023

Open Until Filled: Yes