Senior Academic Advisor - McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Austin seeks a Senior Academic Advisor for the McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering. This role involves advising students, coordinating programs, and supporting faculty. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a background in academic counseling. Join a top-ranked department committed to student success and innovative research.

Qualifications

• 6 years experience in academic counseling or 4 years with a Master's degree.
• Strong organizational and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to Chemical Engineering undergraduates.
• Coordinate Peer Advisors program and support faculty with academic issues.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Academic Advisor - McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering

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Job Posting Title:

Senior Academic Advisor - McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering

Job Posting Title:

Senior Academic Advisor - McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering

Hiring Department:

McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering

Position Open To:

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details:

General Notes

The McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering’s undergraduate and graduate programs are both top-10 ranked programs in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report. The department leads pioneering research and education in vital areas such as energy and the environment, human health, materials and manufacturing. Our faculty includes 12 members of the National Academy of Engineering and two National Medal of Technology and Innovation recipients. Our students go on to transform industries, benefit society and improve quality of life.

Purpose

This position is responsible for providing high quality service to undergraduate Chemical Engineering students through advising, leading orientation and informational sessions, keeping student records, tracking progress towards degree completion, and academic administrative support. This position will collaborate with other staff and participate in Cockrell School student programs and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Student Advising – Academic degree advising of Chemical Engineering undergraduates individually or in a group environment. Includes the development of advising materials, monitoring four-year degree progress, and assisting with coordinating peer advisor training and oversight. Assists students individually with academic concerns, questions, registration issues, and connects students to available University resources.
• Data Requests and Analysis - Provide statistics for standard reports and ad hoc information requests for program analysis. Monitor graduation rates and timelines and provide department leadership with student program data when needed.
• Support Undergraduate Academic Programs – Coordinate all aspects of the McKetta Peer Advisors program, including recruiting new students, training Peer Advisors, submitting appointment details to the department’s HR Coordinator, and addressing performance issues.
• Faculty Support – Assist faculty members with various academic and administrative concerns and questions including but not limited to: grade changes, student issues, allegations of scholastic dishonesty, scholarship nominations, etc.
• Student Event Support – Assist Advising Coordinator with projects and special programs including but not limited to: New Student Orientation, Admitted Students Day, Commencement, Explore UT, Parent’s Weekend, Bi-Annual Poster Competition and their related activities. Act in a leadership or support role (as assigned) to carry out programs/activities/events.
• Engage with Campus Advising Community – Attend meetings, trainings, and talks related to UT, advising, and department/majors: College Advising Meetings, Academic Counselors Association meetings, and College professional development activities. Serve on committees or advisory boards as needed.
• Other related functions as assigned.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus six years of experience working with students in an academic counseling capacity; or master’s degree plus four years of experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Independent decision-making and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to interact professionally with staff, students, and the public with diplomacy, discretion, and tactful judgment.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office.
  
  
  

Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Six years or more of prior experience working in an undergraduate program, graduate program, or both.
• Evidence of ability and dedication to promoting student success in diverse student populations.
• Experience supervising and/or training student employees.
• Experience showing a high degree of initiative and good judgment.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills. Proficiency with UT course management and student information systems, including Advisor’s Toolkit, EASI, GSIS, NRRECS, Class Manager, CIM, CIS Request System, FaSET, and the Grade Reporting system.
• Knowledge of UT academic policies and procedures.
  
  
  

Salary Range

$50,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Some weekend, evening and holiday work
  
  
  

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• Letter of Interest
• 3 Work References with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
  
  
  

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
• E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
• Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Higher Education

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