Title: Senior Academic Advisor

Employee Classification: Senior Academic Advisor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Science

Department: UNT-COS - Student Services-124120

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $46,665.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The College of Science at the University of North Texas consists of the Departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics and the interdisciplinary programs Teach North Texas, BioDiscovery Institute, Advanced Environmental Research Institute, and Interdisciplinary Program in Applied and Computational Science. The college offers Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees in science and mathematics, currently serving more than 4,000 majors. Our faculty are world-class researchers in science and mathematics, and the college faculty and staff work together to provide excellent support to our students in their academic education and professional development.

The mission of the College of Science is to provide a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment for students, faculty, and staff, integrating a contemporary education in science with the pursuit of research at the forefront of the natural and mathematical sciences. The College of Science Advising Center is committed to improving student learning outcomes and student success as our student population becomes ever more diverse and adapts to a changing world.

Position Overview

The College of Science Advising Center at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a Senior Academic Advisor to join our team.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and four years' of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, or professional academic advising.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong presentation, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills. Advanced academic advising expertise. Ability to integrate and analyze information and develop reports. Ability to use a variety of complex computer applications. Ability to effectively manage projects and work teams. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing with internal and external groups in a variety of settings. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working as an academic advisor.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• % - Performs accurate advising work in the College of Science regarding individual degree requirements and relevant academic policies for specified and targeted undergraduate populations. - ()
• % - Maintains, updates, and edits degree audits and other student records through the university systems and advising technology, including graduation applications. - ()
• % - Confers with faculty and/or administrators with regard to transferability of credit and academic policy issues. - ()
• % - Documents advising appointments and student interactions in the advising software and provides follow up with students, as needed. - ()
• % - Counsels students, as necessary, on best degree and career matches, college transition challenges, and other issues related to overall student success. - ()
• % - Manages programs and initiatives to increase student retention, persistence, and graduation rates. - ()
• % - Direct special programs at the college and university level such as orientation, commencement, recruitment events, and other activities. - ()
• % - Builds and maintains strong relationships with on and off campus partners to improve student service. - ()
• % - Effectively lead, mentor, and develop professional advisors through a formal supervisory role, ensuring adequate office coverage, and the development of strategies that promote advisor efficiency, productivity, and positive team engagement. - ()
• % - Analyze data and prepare reports and updates on managed projects, programs, and other metrics that better inform the office about student success. - ()
• % - Promotes good will and quality customer service to students and is effective in handling a variety of student situations. - ()
• % - Maintains cordial and professional attitude within office, college, university, and community. - ()

Work Schedule:

M-F, 8am-5pm with some weekend/evenings required due to special events and peak advising periods. Must also be able to travel to the UNT Frisco campus periodically for special events and New Student Orientation.

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.