Graduate Academic Advisor II

Texas A&M University Health Science Center; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LinkedIn Learning

Tuition assistance

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center invites applications for a Graduate Academic Advisor II. The role provides graduate student advising, maintains records, and supports admissions processes and orientation. You'll guide faculty on policies and help coordinate programs.

Commitment to inclusive excellence, strong organization, and ability to handle confidential information are essential. Salary is commensurate with education and experience, with a supportive work environment and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in higher education or related fields.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with event planning and coordination.
• Understanding of graduate admissions and program operations.
• Knowledge of academic advising principles and student support.
• Proficiency with standard office software and technology.
• Ability to handle confidential information and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Graduate Student Advising: Advise graduate students on program requirements and processes.
• Collaborate with students to set goals and communicate important dates.
• Maintain accurate documentation of graduate students and progress.
• Support advising events and materials.
• Assist with admissions and orientation processes.
• Act as liaison for Campus Programs for Minors per university rules.
• Provide guidance to faculty on university processes for graduate programs.
• Use data systems (ARGOS, Banner, Compass) to analyze student data for policy implementation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Event planning

Graduate admissions

Advising principles

Office software

Confidential information handling

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

1 year higher education experience

Tools

ARGOS

Banner

Compass Reports

Job description

Job Title

Graduate Academic Advisor II

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Department Of Public Health Studies

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,750.00 monthly

Job Location: College Station, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Job Description Summary

Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Who we are As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The Graduate Academic Advisor II provides academic advising to graduate students and guides faculty on university policies. Maintains student records, advising materials, and resources, and support advising events. May also support admission and orientation processes, advise student organizations and assist with program coordination.

What you need to know

Salary: Commensurate based on education and experience

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section. Please note: Persons in this position are considered essential when the University declares an emergency, campus closure, class cancellations, etc., and are therefore required to report to work and remain on duty unless/until relieved by the direct supervisor.

Qualifications Required

• Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 year of experience in higher education or related fields.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with event planning and coordination.
• Understanding of graduate admissions and program operations.
• Knowledge of academic advising principles and student support.
• Proficiency in standard office software and technology.
• Ability to work with confidential information.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

• Graduate Student Advising Advises graduate students on programmatic requirements and academic processes.
• Collaborates with students to establish realistic goals, provides outreach, communicates important dates and deadlines, and offers necessary resources.
• Maintains accurate documentation of graduate students and their academic progress.
• Graduate Advising Support Maintains advising materials and resources for students.
• Supports advising events and programs.
• Serves as the Campus Programs for Minors Liaison to fulfill the responsibilities in accordance with University Rule 24.01.06.M1.
• Ensuring all documentation for programs under their purview, including Third Party programs, is on file prior to the start date and is retained in accordance with university rules.
• Faculty and Departmental Support Provides guidance to faculty on university processes and policies for graduate programs.
• Utilize data retrieval and reporting systems (such as ARGOS, Banner, or Compass Reports) to extract, analyze, and interpret student data to support policy implementation and data-driven advising strategies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Campus Programs for Minors Liaison Responsibilities

Ensuring all documentation for programs under their purview, including Third Party programs, is on file prior to the start date and is retained in accordance with university rules.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums.

12-15 days of annual paid holidays

Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.

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