Academic Advisor II

Academic Advisor II

Location:

Arlington, TX

Department:
Student Success Advising, CONHI

Position Status:
Full-time

Work Schedule:

Monday‑Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• Conduct academic advising for current and prospective students using in‑person, virtual, phone, and email modalities.
• Provide guidance on degree requirements, course selection, and help students set and achieve educational and career goals.
• Teach students how to track academic progress, locate and interpret policies, and use available tools and resources.
• Monitor the academic progress of a student caseload, providing just‑in‑time assistance and proactive outreach.
• Verify degree progress, remove holds, and approve forms to ensure timely student progression.
• Analyze and interpret student data, transcripts, and placement results, documenting appointments in MyMav.
• Engage in recruitment and retention activities.
• Maintain understanding of federal, state, and university policies, and refer students to counseling, tutoring, and other support services.
• Participate in meetings, professional conferences, and pursue individual professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of advising experience with college students or adolescents, or equivalent experience.

• Master’s degree strongly preferred; two (2) years of experience as an academic advisor at a public R1 university.

• Knowledge: Federal, state, and local policies governing academic advising; academic advising associations such as NACADA and TEXAAN;
  University Catalog.
• Skill: Student advocacy; written and verbal communication; organizational and project management; problem solving; meeting deadlines; initiative; student recruitment and outreach; use of student information systems.
• Ability: Work professionally, collaboratively, and independently; proficient use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).

• Demonstrated willingness and experience working collaboratively with students and co‑workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds, and experiences.
• Completion of a criminal background check as required by university policy.

Eligible for comprehensive benefits at the University of Texas at Arlington, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

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It is the policy of the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) to provide an educational and working environment that offers equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, UTA 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.

UTA 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.