Undergraduate Advising Coordinator - Academic Success

Texas A&M University; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 43,299 - 52,921; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University in Texas is seeking a Coordinator of Undergraduate Academic Advising to lead a team of Academic Success Coaches and guide students through transitions into the University, set academic goals, and address concerns.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and five years of related experience; duties include supervising advisors, updating degree plans, coordinating orientations, and driving strategies to improve student retention.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; five years of related experience, or equivalent combination.
• Ability to multitask and collaborate with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team of Academic Success Coaches.
• Supervises Academic Success Coaches.
• Develops and maintains advising manuals.
• Works with Department Head(s) to update degree plans.
• Reviews and revises advising/registration processes and procedures.
• Establishes advisement schedules that are flexible and responsive.
• Represents departments at academic unit meetings.
• Keeps advising materials updated with curriculum changes.
• Contributes to Enrollment Management and Retention team leadership.
• Identifies trends and implements retention strategies.
• Leads advising during orientations and outreach programming.

Skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database applications

Job description

Texas A&M University in Texas is seeking a Coordinator of Undergraduate Academic Advising to lead a team of Academic Success Coaches and guide students through transitions into the University, set academic goals, and address concerns.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and five years of related experience; duties include supervising advisors, updating degree plans, coordinating orientations, and driving strategies to improve student retention.