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Academic Counselor

  • 509892
  • Denton, Texas, United States
  • Staff

Title: Academic Counselor

Employee Classification: Academic Counselor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Ryan College of Business

Department: UNT-RCOB-Undergrad Programs-131200

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $47,232.00

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 the University of North Texas Health Science Center at 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 inclusive 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 www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The G. Brint Ryan College of Business is the choice of nearly 10,000 students — making it one of the largest business schools in the nation. Since 1961, the college has been continuously accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) — a hallmark of the world’s best business schools. Nationally recognized and cutting-edge degrees, enable students to learn beyond the classroom so they can become leaders in their field.

Position Overview

To support the G. Brint Ryan College of Business by providing academic counseling, career counseling, referrals and degree program advising to undergraduate business majors and prospective business majors in individual and group sessions. This includes involvement in implementation of programs designed to recruit new students, increase student retention and participation in general degree advising activities as needed (preparation of degree plans, evaluation of transcripts, processing graduation applications and public relations).

This position will be based at UNT’s regional campus located in Frisco, Texas. UNT at Frisco supports over 20 undergraduate and graduate degrees and more than 3,100 students. This position is a hybrid position officing at the Frisco campus, Denton campus with some remote days.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree and two years' of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, professional academic advising, or related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
  • Current knowledge of student development and counseling theory.
  • Strong presentation, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Strong counseling skills including career development and group facilitation.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to work independently. Remains active in professional development.

Preferred Qualifications

None

Required License/Registration/Certifications

None

Job Duties:

  • Maintains effective knowledge and use of advising approaches for implementation in individual advising sessions and in construction and implementation of advising programs.
  • Advises prospective and current students regarding University and degree requirements, as well as career/major choices, in a timely and professional manner.
  • Develops and assesses retention initiatives to increase student persistence and graduation rates.
  • Effectively coordinates and leads specified undergraduate orientation activities for the College.
  • Manages processes and programs designed for students exploring RCOB degree options.
  • Efficiently, accurately and thoroughly maintains and updates student degree plans and other records, including graduation applications, using university and advising technology.
  • Demonstrate commitment and ability to support a diverse group of individuals within the academic community.
  • Demonstrates high level of professionalism within office, College, University and community.
  • Complete miscellaneous projects and tasks as requested by supervisor. Directors, Assistant Dean and/or Associate Dean may also assign tasks as appropriate.

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm; may include some evenings and weekends

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

 

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