Associate Academic Advisor
Associate Academic Advisor
- 514749
- Denton, Texas, United States
- Staff
Title: Associate Academic Advisor
Employee Classification: Associate Academic Advisor
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: $39,600.00
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
The G. Brint Ryan College of Business is the choice of nearly 9,000 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, cutting-edge degrees enable students to learn beyond the classroom, preparing them to become leaders in their fields.
Position Overview
This position builds collaborative relationships with students to develop meaningful educational goals consistent with personal interests, values, and abilities. In addition, this position is responsible for advising students on degree/program requirements and course scheduling; maintaining and updating student status, records, transcript evaluations, degree plan audits, and graduation applications. This position has the potential to 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. If based out of Frisco, this position is a hybrid position officing between the Frisco campus and the Denton campus with some remote days.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong presentation skills; strong problem-solving skills. Ability to learn and use a variety of simple to 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Job Duties
- Process graduation packets and degree plans as assigned to meet College and University deadlines.
- Advise students individually and in group settings regarding degree requirements and University and College Policies. Make referrals to campus offices as necessary.
- Present Ryan College of Business degree information at new student orientations and major changer groups.
- Prepare and update degree audits/degree plans to include evaluating and applying transfer work in accordance with University and College policies.
- Engage in special projects as assigned: i.e. letter requests, maintaining/developing handouts, retention, and recruitment initiatives.
- Demonstrate commitment and ability to support various group of individuals within the academic community.
- Contribute to the overall organizational health and performance of the Ryan College of Business Undergraduate Programs Office through teamwork, knowledge sharing, professional development, and professional relationship building.
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm with occasional nights and weekends.
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
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, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration 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 a related investigation or proceeding.