Student Ready Advisor

The University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington is seeking a Student Ready Advisor to support student success through academic advising, career planning, and personal development guidance. You will assist students in navigating academic challenges, set educational goals, and connect with campus resources to enhance their college experience.

Responsibilities include holistic advising across modalities, course planning, progress tracking, and data interpretation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and four years of experience working with college students in an academic advising or coaching capacity.
• Ten years of an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Conducts holistic academic advising and coaching for current and prospective students using in-person, virtual, phone, and email modalities.
• Provides guidance on degree requirements and course selection to help students set and achieve educational and career goals.
• Helps students track academic progress, interpret policies, and utilize available tools and resources.
• Monitors the academic progress of a caseload and analyzes transcripts and placement results.
• Enters notes into Inspire and follows best practices for documenting appointments and interventions.
• Caseload management includes awareness of counseling, career coaching, and tutoring services and referrals as appropriate.

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Salary

The annual salary for this position ranges from $52,200 to $60,000. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Salary

The annual salary for this position ranges from $52,200 to $60,000. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required

• Resume
• Cover letter
• References (minimum of three)

Purpose of Position

The Student Ready Advisor plays a critical role in supporting student success (progression, retention, and completion) by providing academic advising, career planning, and personal development guidance to college students. This position helps students navigate academic challenges, set and achieve educational and career goals, and connect with campus resources to enhance their college experience. Assists with the administration and coordination of one or more essential academic or coaching program(s) or initiative(s). Assists with the training and onboarding of new student ready advisors and may provide supervision of a small team of advisors and support staff.

Essential Functions

• Conducts holistic academic advising and coaching for current and prospective at promise student populations utilizing multiple modalities such as in-person, virtual, phone, and email.
• Provides guidance on academic topics such as degree requirements and relevant course selection and provides students with assistance in setting and achieving educational and career goals.
• Helps students make informed academic decisions by teaching them how to track their academic progress, locate and interpret appropriate policies, and utilize the tools and resources available.
• Monitors the academic progress of a caseload.
• Analyzes and interprets student data, transcripts, and placement results.
• Enters notes into Inspire, following best practices for documenting student appointments/contacts/interventions.
• Caseload management requires keeping abreast of relevant academic programs and support services such as counseling, career coaching, and tutoring within a College and the University and referring students as appropriate.
• Speaks to various constituencies representing the DSS and University community (e.g., students, advisors, parents, faculty, administrators, etc.) regarding the coaching and advising processes and other activities.
• May require teaching a section UNIV 1131 reserved for enrolled at-promise students.
• Maintains a clear understanding of all applicable federal, state, and University policies and procedures as it relates the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) and other THECB regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree and four (4) years of experience working with college students in an academic advising or coaching capacity or ten (10) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four (4) years of progressive academic advising experience at a public R1 University.
• Leadership and/or supervisory experience at an institution of higher education.
• Experience implementing, monitoring, and assessing student development programs/projects. Academic Advisor II.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of high-impact academic advising and coaching practices, CAS standards, university policies, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements related to student services.
• Knowledge of college and school degree requirements, the University Catalog, academic advising resources, and administrative functions that support recruitment, retention, and student success.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to manage information, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Ability to advocate for students, conduct proactive outreach, monitor academic progress, assess needs, and support timely and appropriate student interventions.
• Ability to lead, collaborate, build effective relationships with internal and external constituents, manage resources, and work independently with initiative and professionalism.
• Ability to work with sensitive student information and to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint, Civitas, and student information systems to prepare reports, track outcomes, and assess efforts.

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm
• Some evenings and weekends may be required

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Hybrid work environment (remote & office)

Benefits Information

Position is benefit eligible:

Yes

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University.

https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

PreEmployment Background Check

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a pre employment background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA 48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [e-mail] .