Senior Academic Counselor

University of North Texas - Denton; Town of Texas, Denton (WI, TX); On-site; USD 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Senior Academic Counselor to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will provide advanced academic advising, guiding students through their educational journeys. You will collaborate with faculty and administrators to ensure students meet their degree requirements while fostering an inclusive environment. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on student success through innovative programming and personalized support. Join a vibrant community committed to excellence, curiosity, and the transformative power of education.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree and four years' experience in student affairs or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of university policies and student development theories.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced academic advising and counseling services to students.
• Manage programs to increase student persistence and graduation rates.

Skills

Student Development Knowledge

Counseling Skills

Presentation Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Critical Thinking Skills

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Advising Software

Job description

Title: Senior Academic Counselor

Employee Classification: Senior Academic Counselor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Science

Department: UNT-COS - Student Services-124120

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $51,744.00

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 the University of North Texas Health Science Center at 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 inclusive 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 College of Science at the University of North Texas consists of the Departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics and the interdisciplinary programs Teach North Texas, BioDiscovery Institute, Advanced Environmental Research Institute, and Interdisciplinary Program in Applied and Computational Science. The college offers Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD degrees in science and mathematics, currently serving more than 4,000 majors. Our faculty are world-class researchers in science and mathematics, and the college faculty and staff work together to provide excellent support to our students in their academic education and professional development.

The mission of the College of Science is to provide a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment for students, faculty, and staff, integrating a contemporary education in science with the pursuit of research at the forefront of the natural and mathematical sciences. The COS Advising Center supports more than 3,000 undergraduate students by offering academic advising services and programming to help students achieve their educational goals.

Position Overview

The College of Science Advising Center at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a Senior Academic Counselor to join our team. This position will provide advanced academic advising and counseling services to students and serve as a lead advisor in the Advising Center.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree and four years' of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, professional academic advising, or related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).


• Current knowledge of student development and counseling theory.


• Strong presentation skills. Strong problem solving skills.


• Strong critical thinking skills.


• Strong counseling skills including career development and group facilitation.


• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing.


• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.


• Ability to work independently.


• Remains active in professional development.

Job Duties:

• Performs accurate advising work in the College of Science regarding individual degree requirements and relevant academic policies for specified and targeted undergraduate populations.


• Confers with faculty and/or administrators with regard to transferability of credit and academic policy issues.


• Documents advising appointments and student interactions in the advising software and provides follow up with students, as needed.


• Maintains, updates, and edits degree audits and other student records through the university systems and advising technology, including graduation applications.


• Manages programs and initiatives to increase student persistence and graduation rates.


• Builds and maintains strong relationships with on and off campus partners to improve student service. Maintains cordial and professional attitude within office, college, university, and community.


• Counsels students, as necessary, on best degree and career matches, college transition challenges, and other issues related to overall student success.


• Creates, implements and directs programming for students who are at-risk academically.


• Analyze data and prepare reports and updates on managed projects, programs, and other metrics that better inform the office about student success.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, some evenings/weekends for special events

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System 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 an investigative proceeding or hearing.