Academic Advisor (I, II, III)

Texas A&M Engineering; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision/Dental/Life insurance

TRS retirement plan

403(b) and 457(b) plans

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

LinkedIn Learning training

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Wellness release time

Job summary

Texas A&M Engineering seeks an Academic Advisor I–III to guide students through course selection, registration, and academic planning on the College Station campus. The role emphasizes advising in group and individual settings, monitoring progress, and promoting student development and retention.

Candidates should understand FERPA and NACADA-based practices. Responsibilities include proactive referrals, timely communications, and maintaining accurate student records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; no additional experience required for Academic Advisor I.
• Bachelor's degree and two years of academic advising or related experience for Academic Advisor II.
• Bachelor's degree and four years of academic advising experience for Academic Advisor III.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising for students based on NACADA practices and advising theories.
• Advise on course selection, registration, planning, and educational goal-setting.
• Monitor progress, intervene for students with alerts, and support retention efforts.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job TitleAcademic Advisor (I, II, III) Agency Texas A&M Engineering Department Engineering Advising Services Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?

Engineering has been part of Texas A&M University since its opening in 1876 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas. Today, the College of Engineering is the largest college on the College Station campus with more than 25,000 engineering students enrolled in 15 departments. Its mission is to serve Texas, the nation and the global community by providing engineering graduates who are well-founded in engineering fundamentals, instilled with the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior, and prepared to meet the complex technical challenges of society. As the research arm of Engineering, the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is a state agency within the Texas A&M University System with a mission to improve lives through basic and applied engineering research, workforce development and technology transition. Our collaborations with industry, academia and government provide cutting‑edge solutions to global technical challenges. We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Service, by offering competitive salaries, an array of benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.

Job Description Purpose:

The Academic Advisor I, complies with all state, system, and university policies, regulations, rules, procedures, guidelines, and directives in a timely manner and adhere to confidentiality policies (FERPA). Responsibilities: Provides academic advising for students grounded in tenets of practice outlined by the National Association of Academic Advising (NACADA) and appropriate academic advising and student development theories. Advises for course selection, registration, academic planning, career and educational goal‑setting, appropriate resources, transitioning to the university, and retention issues. Advises in both group and individual settings with current and prospective students. Monitors academic progress and implements intervention strategies for students who receive academic alerts or who need assistance in maintaining or improving their academic standing. Promotes student learning, development, and personal growth to empower self‑sufficiency. Provides students with proactive referrals to appropriate resources and timely reminders, and other targeted individual and group communications using email, texting, and social media. Assist with implementation of retention programs and interventions for all students. Applies knowledge of State, University, and college policies and procedures. Maintains accurate records of student contacts.

What We Need:

• Minimum qualifications for an Academic Advisor I: Bachelor's degree with no additional experience required


• Minimum qualifications for an Academic Advisor II: Bachelor's degree Two years of academic advising or related experience


• Minimum qualifications for an Academic Advisor III: Bachelor's degree Four years of academic advising experience

Work Location:

Main Campus – College Station, TX.

About Engineering Advising Services

Are you ready to help guide the next generation of Aggie Engineers? Engineering Advising Services at Texas A&M University has several opportunities available for Academic Advisors who are problem solvers, customer‑service oriented, and who can keep details organized to assist students with navigating their degree programs expertly and efficiently. We need you to bring your extensive experience, interpersonal dynamism, and great listening skills to champion our students’ success and development. This can be your first step to join our flagship university with opportunities that are planned to advance your career.

Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.


• Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long‑Term Disability insurance.


• A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution.


• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).


• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses


• Generous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.


• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.


• Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.


• Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.


• Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Compensation Philosophy:

Recruit and retain a high‑performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development. Recognize and reward exceptional performance based on individual and team contributions to the growth and success of Texas A&M Engineering. Offer total rewards through flexible benefits, professional development, and work‑life balance. Maintain an equitable and transparent process for compensation decisions. Support, reinforce, and align compensation decisions with budgetary and financial strategies to ensure growth and sustainability.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date. All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. External Applicants - Applicants not currently employed by a Texas A&M System member may Search Postings and apply for positions within one or more A&M System members by selecting the job posting. Internal Applicants - This site lists job postings throughout The Texas A&M University System. It is intended for applicants not currently employed by a member of the system. Current employees should apply for jobs on the Internal Career site. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.