Academic Counselor

University of North Texas System; Denton, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Texas System in Denton seeks an Academic Counselor to provide undergraduate advising and career counseling for business majors. This role supports degree planning, transcript evaluation, and student retention initiatives.

The position coordinates Transfer Orientation, may lead staff training, and requires a Master’s degree with relevant advising experience. Office hours Monday–Friday with some evenings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and two years of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, or related academic advising.
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures related to undergrad advising and student support.
• Strong communication and counseling skills with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Advise undergraduate business majors and prospective students on degree requirements and career options.
• Maintain and update student degree plans, transcripts, and graduation applications with advising tools.
• Lead and train advising staff and manage Transfer Orientation processes.

Skills

Policies & procedures

Student development theory

Presentation skills

Counseling skills

Communication

Relationship building

Independence

Professional development

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Title: Academic Counselor

Employee Classification: Academic Counselor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

Sub Division-Department: UNT-Ryan College of Business

Department: UNT-RCOB-Undergrad Programs-131200

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $48,232.00

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 University of North Texas Health 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 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 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

To support the G. Brint Ryan College of Business by providing advanced academic counseling, career counseling, referrals and degree program advising to undergraduate business majors and prospective business majors in individual and group sessions. This includes the expertise to implement, develop and evaluate programs designed to increase student retention and participation in general degree advising activities (preparation of degree plans, evaluation of transcripts, processing graduation applications and community relations). This position may support leading and training advising staff. This position will also manage and lead Transfer Orientation processes and procedures.

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.

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.
• This position may support leading and training advising staff. This position will also manage and lead Transfer Orientation processes and procedures.
• Effectively coordinates and leads interventions for undergraduate students, helping them navigate issues.
• 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 high level of professionalism within office, College, University and community.
• Complete miscellaneous projects and tasks as requested by supervisor, Director, Assistant Dean and/or Associate Dean.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, with occasional nights and weekends.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

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.