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Academic Advisor
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Posting Details
Title Information
Security Sensitive Position? Yes
Hours of Work 8:00am - 5:00pm M-F
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number TSU203613
Official TSU Title Academic Advisor
Grant Title yes
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for providing educational guidance and assistance for students by
planning schedules, recommending courses, and determining appropriate
education solutions for different types of students, Provide a continuous and
consistent process of frequent, accumulated personal contacts with advisee,
Essential Duties Summary
Reviews transcripts to ensure eligibility for admission to a specific
program and evaluates transfer credits and applicability to program
requirements.
Answers inquiries and resolves problems related to curriculum and course
prerequisites for students.
Advises and assists students with selection of a major field of study,
course selection, and class schedule.
Advises and assists students in the development of academic plans and
class schedules to transition to specific undergraduate academic
department.
Monitors student academic progress. Discusses academic and probation
problems and advises students of corrective action to improve academic
performance.
Identifies, communicates with, and monitors the academic activities of
students and program compliance.
Prepares, maintains and updates files to ensure coursework and other
specific program .requirements are met by students. Generates required
statistical reports to fulfill University and outside agency requirements,
Assists faculty, athletic coaches, and other counseling personnel by
providing records, evaluations, and other requested data or information to
process admission or graduation requests and to aid in resolution of
academic problems.
Assists students In overcoming educational and personal problems, and
study skills deficiencies. Refers students to counselors, If necessary.
Assists In formulating procedures and making decisions Involving the
application of academic suspension regulations, as appropriate.
Assists In the planning, development, and Implementation of orientation
programs for students.
(Freshmen advisees) Meet with advisee during orientation to assist
student with Initial adjustment to university academic life. Special
sessions should be scheduled throughout the first academic year.
(For continuing advisees) Meet at least once each semester with
continuing students to plan for the coming semester (or summer) and to
review/revise long range academic program schedules.
Monitor progress toward educational/career goals and meet at least once
each semester to review the progress toward completing the proposed
academic program and to discuss grades and other performance indicators.
Follow-up with the advisee on any report of unsatisfactory work (notice
of class probation for poor attendance, notice of FA and/or failing
grades, Incomplete grades from past semester(s), etc.). Special
attention should be paid to students who are placed on academic probation.
Approve all designated educational transactions (e.g., pre-
registration/registration schedule, drops/adds, withdrawals, change of
major and advisor, waivers, graduation requirements, etc.).
Maintain an up-to-date Advising Portfolio, with a summary record of
performance to date (grade reports; transcript, requirements completed,
etc.), dates of conferences, notation of special circumstances, and up-
to-date details, etc.
Performs other jobs related duties as assigned.
% FTE 1.0
Hiring Range $45,486.69-$57,995.53
Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or 8.S.) from an accredited four-year college or
university
Preferred:
Master's Degree (M.S.) from an accredited four-year college or university.
Required Licensing/Certification None Required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of:
Policies, procedures, practices and equipment.
Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
Skill In:
Problem-solving and decision-making.
Multitasking and time management.
Both verbal and written communication.
Ability to:
Prepare detailed reports.
Work independently.
Use personal computers and Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel,
Power Point and Access.
Use job related databases, system query and reports generation.
Work Experience Required:
(3) years to (5) years of related experience.
Requires one to three years of related experience.
Requires a working knowledge of standard practices and procedures for
academic advising.
Working/Environmental Conditions
Work is performed within routine office environment with no exposure to
hazardous or unpleasant conditions.
Physical demands are usually limited to sitting or standing in one
location much of the time.
Some stooping, lifting, or carrying objects of light weight may be
required.
Desired start date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Detail Information
UA EEO Statement It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures
Close Date
Open Until Filled (overrides close field) Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Open to all applicants.
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Do you have a Bachelors degree from an accredited four year college/university?
Yes
No
Do you have three (3) to five (5) years of related experience?
Yes
No
Do you have a Masters degree (M.A./M.S./MBA) from an accredited four-year college or university?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Official Transcripts
Optional Documents
Other Document
Reference Letter 1
Reference Letter 2
Reference Letter 3
