Assistant Director of Academic Advising

tamus; Stephenville (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarleton State University is seeking an Assistant Director of Academic Advising on its Stephenville campus. You will provide leadership and oversight for the Academic Advising office, ensure FERPA compliance, and guide services grounded in NACADA principles to support student success.

Work with deans and department chairs to align advising with institutional priorities, supervise staff, and develop professional development resources.

Responsibilities

• Summary: Complies with all state, system, and university policies, regulations, rules, procedures, guidelines, and directives in a timely manner and adhere to confidentiality policies (FERPA).
• May advise in both group and individual settings with current and prospective students.
• Provides leadership and operational oversight as needed in the Director's absence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Director of Academic Advising

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Academic Advising

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Assistant Director in the Office of Academic Advising . As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives-on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco , along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

At the heart of it all is Stephenville , where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

No matter where you're located-on campus or online-you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

Important Immigration Information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

This is a 12-month staff position located on Tarleton's main campus in Stephenville, Texas. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate. Position may require work responsibilities outside of normal business hours. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Summary: Complies with all state, system, and university policies, regulations, rules, procedures, guidelines, and directives in a timely manner and adhere to confidentiality policies (FERPA). May advise in both group and individual settings with current and prospective students. Provides leadership and operational oversight as needed in the Director's absence. Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision: Under direction, manages a team of staff in providing 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. Develops and assesses plans for delivery of advising services that are flexible and responsive to students' needs. Establishes and monitors key performance indicators for academic advisors. Leads hiring of new academic advisors.

Professional Development: Leads advisor professional development based in theory, best practices, and recent research. Develops and maintains reference materials for advisors that reflect common practices, policies, and guidelines.

Collaboration: Coordinates with campus partners to develop strategies that support student retention and graduation goals. Participates in departmental strategic planning to align advising initiatives with institutional priorities. Works collaboratively with deans and department chairs to ensure that academic advising services meet distinct needs of students and that faculty understand the student experience.

Data & Assessment: Analyzes data, develops reports, and creates assessment instr