Academic Counselor: Undergraduate Business Success

University of North Texas System; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Texas is seeking an Academic Counselor in Denton to provide advanced counseling and degree progress guidance for undergraduate business majors. The role includes advising individuals and groups, developing programs, and supporting transfer orientation.

The position requires a Master's degree with 2+ years in student services or academic advising, and a strong ability to work with diverse student populations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and two years of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, professional academic advising, or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced academic and career counseling to undergraduate business majors and prospective students.
• Develop and evaluate advising programs to increase retention and degree progress.
• Lead and mentor advising staff; manage Transfer Orientation processes.
• Coordinate interventions to support at-risk students and navigate degree requirements.
• Maintain accurate degree plans, transcripts, and graduation applications.

Skills

University policies understanding

Student development

Counseling theory

Communication skills

Program advising

Group facilitation

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Master's degree

Job description

University of North Texas is seeking an Academic Counselor in Denton to provide advanced counseling and degree progress guidance for undergraduate business majors. The role includes advising individuals and groups, developing programs, and supporting transfer orientation.

The position requires a Master's degree with 2+ years in student services or academic advising, and a strong ability to work with diverse student populations.