Senior Academic Advisor

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

Job summary

University of North Texas in Denton seeks a Senior Academic Advisor to lead the G. Brint Ryan College of Business advising team for degree requirements and program policies.

You will implement advising initiatives, coordinate retention programs, and analyze student data to support enrollment, persistence and degree completion. Reports and presentations to internal and external groups are common.

Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience required; Master's preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and four years of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, or professional academic advising.
• Strong presentation, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to analyze information and develop reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the advising team and set performance goals.
• Develop and implement advising policies to promote student success.
• Advise students on degree requirements and university policies.
• Leverage data to drive enrollment, retention, and degree attainment.
• Prepare degree audits and graduation applications using student information systems.
• Present information to students, faculty, and stakeholders.
• Contribute to organizational health through teamwork and professional development.
• Support a varied group within the academic community.

Skills

Presentation

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Academic advising

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Title: Senior Academic Advisor

Employee Classification: Senior Academic Advisor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Ryan College of Business

Department: UNT-RCOB-Undergrad Programs-131200

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $48,232.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people‑first values‑based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The G. Brint Ryan College of Business is the choice of nearly 9,000 students, making it one of the largest business schools in the nation. Since 1961, the college has been continuously accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a hallmark of the world’s best business schools. Nationally recognized, cutting‑edge degrees enable students to learn beyond the classroom, preparing them to become leaders in their fields.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for functioning as a team lead for the G. Brint Ryan College of Business for advising students and degree/program requirements. Responsible for implementing advising initiatives and protocols for targeted populations; performing quality checks and reviewing work of advisors; coordinating retention programs that focus on student academic success, managing and analyzing student academic information data and preparing reports; and making presentations to internal and external groups.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four years of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, or professional academic advising.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong presentation, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills. Advanced academic advising expertise. Ability to integrate and analyze information and develop reports. Ability to use a variety of complex computer applications. Ability to effectively manage projects and work teams. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with internal and external groups in a variety of settings. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Actively participate in the development and implementation of RCOB advising policies and procedures to ensure that they that promote student academic success and ensure outstanding advising experience for RCOB students
• Manage a team of academic advisors by setting individual and team performance goals, providing procedural guidance and training to team members, managing team performance, ensuring effective team communication and providing effective performance feedback to team members
• Serve as a lead for assigned advising areas or processes by leading continual process improvement efforts, providing procedural guidance and training to others
• Advise students individually and in group settings regarding degree requirements and University and College Policies
• Leverage data and information technology to help drive student enrollment, academic success, retention and degree attainment
• Work with student information systems to prepare and update degree audits, evaluate and apply transfer work in accordance with University and College policies, prepare and process degree plans and graduation applications
• Make presentations to students, faculty and other stakeholders about RCOB degrees and educational opportunities and UNT and RCOB advising policies and procedures
• Contribute to the overall organizational health and performance of the RCOB undergraduate programs through teamwork, knowledge sharing, professional development, and professional relationship building
• Demonstrate commitment and ability to support a varied group of individuals within the academic community

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

M - F 8 am - 5 pm may include some evenings and weekends

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.