Director of Advising & Student Success

University of Texas at Austin; United States; On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin seeks a Director of Advising for Undergraduate Education in the Moody College of Communication to lead the advising staff and support undergraduate students. The role guides policy, oversees student success programs, and ensures high-quality service aligned with university goals.

Responsibilities include directing advising operations, coordinating staff development, and collaborating with UE leadership and campus partners on initiative implementations and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s with relevant advising experience.
• Ability to lead and develop a team of advisors.
• Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with student success programs and higher education policies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Academic Advising, align goals with UE Leadership, and manage staff development.
• Oversee student success programs and advising policies per university directives.
• Direct advising operations, assist with crisis, appeals, and policy interpretation.
• Collaborate with campus partners and coordinate hiring and training.
• Lead weekly Advising and Student Support meetings and provide direct advising.

Skills

Staff supervision

Student advising

Policy interpretation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

University of Texas at Austin seeks a Director of Advising for Undergraduate Education in the Moody College of Communication to lead the advising staff and support undergraduate students. The role guides policy, oversees student success programs, and ensures high-quality service aligned with university goals.

Responsibilities include directing advising operations, coordinating staff development, and collaborating with UE leadership and campus partners on initiative implementations and training.