EPPS Academic Advisor II/III - Student Success Leader

University of Texas at Dallas; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 558,000 - 670,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Benefits

Medical Insurance (BCBS PPO)

Dental & Vision Plan Options

Disability Insurance

TRS Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

University of Texas at Dallas is seeking an experienced Academic Advisor (Level II or III) to support undergraduate students in the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences (EPPS). This role involves guiding students through program requirements, course selection, and university policies, while connecting them with resources to enhance academic and professional development.

The position includes in-person and virtual advising, monitoring academic progress, supporting student success

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) years related experience; or Master’s degree.
• Bachelor's degree and six (6) years related experience; or Master’s and four (4) years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise students regarding program, School, and University policies and procedures.
• Proactively manage an assigned caseload of masters students, document all pertinent student information, and maintain student files and records.
• Conduct student meetings in-person and virtually on a regular basis.
• Use advising platform and case-load management strategies to establish targeted student populations for more intensive advising and meet those students a minimum of the required advising sessions per semester.
• Monitor the academic progress of students and determine satisfactory progress toward a master's degree.
• Introduce students to opportunities that will enrich their academic experience, facilitate their academic and personal development, and support their educational success.
• Identify current and potential needs or problem areas and refer students to appropriate campus resources for assistance.
• Assist students in completing graduation applications.
• Participate in student success activities for the School and University
• Communicate in a professional manner with program faculty, university administrators, researchers, staff, students, and campus visitors.
• Support class scheduling, enrollment, and systems related to class registration.
• Participate in and provide feedback on training and professional development activities.
• Develop and apply a comprehensive knowledge and skill of the assigned specialty advising population.
• Participate in recruitment activities, programs, and initiatives.
• Provide advising information to prospective students and/or parents.
• Assist with student onboarding activities
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Academic advising

Counseling

Higher education

Student guidance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience or Master’s

Bachelor's degree + 6 years experience; or Master’s + 4 years

Tools

PeopleSoft

OnBase

StudentBook

Job description

University of Texas at Dallas is seeking an experienced Academic Advisor (Level II or III) to support undergraduate students in the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences (EPPS). This role involves guiding students through program requirements, course selection, and university policies, while connecting them with resources to enhance academic and professional development.

The position includes in-person and virtual advising, monitoring academic progress, supporting student success