Academic Advisor I

The University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Benefits package

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington is seeking an Academic Advisor to guide current and prospective students through degree requirements, course selection, and educational planning. You will manage a caseload, monitor progress, and support retention and completion in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities include interpreting transcripts, documenting advising sessions in MyMav, knowing university policies, and connecting students with counseling, tutoring, and other services while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or four years of equivalent education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of policies and student services and NACADA/TEXAAN resources.
• Proficiency with student information systems and university catalogs.

Responsibilities

• Advise current and prospective students through in-person, virtual, phone, and email.
• Guide degree requirements, course selection, and educational planning.
• Monitor caseload and support academic progress.
• Review transcripts and document advising in MyMav.
• Stay informed on policies and refer to counseling, tutoring, and services.
• Participate in campus events, meetings, and professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Student information systems

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

4 years experience

Tools

MyMav

University Catalog

Job description

Purpose of Position

Delivers individual and group academic advisement to current and prospective students within UT Arlington. Provides professional advisement through an assigned student caseload, offering guidance and information to supplement and enhance academic experiences, student retention and completion.

Essential Functions

• Provides academic advising to current and prospective students through in-person, virtual, phone, and email communication.
• Guides students on degree requirements, course selection, and educational/career planning, while fostering informed decision-making and self-sufficiency in tracking progress, understanding policies, and utilizing available resources.
• Monitors assigned student caseload by proactively supporting academic progress through outreach, degree verification, and timely resolution of holds and forms.
• Reviews and interprets transcripts, placement results, and student data, while documenting advising interactions in MyMav according to best practices.
• Maintains knowledge of federal, state, and University policies; stays informed on academic programs and student support services (e.g., counseling, tutoring); and provides referrals as appropriate.
• Participates in campus events (such as New Maverick Orientation), advising meetings, professional conferences, and individual professional development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or four (4) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field.
• One year of experience working with college students or adolescents in an advising capacity or the equivalent experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local policies and procedures for academic advising, including resources from professional associations such as NACADA and TEXAAN.
• Proficiency in using the University Catalog is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication, information organization, problem-solving, time management, initiative, outreach, and proficiency with student information systems.
• Ability to work professionally, collaboratively, and independently.
• Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office Programs.

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm
• Hybrid work environment (remote & in-office)
• 10% Travel

Benefits Information

Position is benefit eligible: Yes

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University.

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