Academic Advisor - Business Advising

Posting Number: 2026648

Posting/Functional

Title:

Academic Advisor I - Business Advising

University Pay Plan

Title:

Academic Advisor I

Location:

San Marcos

Department: AA-Business

Recruitment Type:
Open Recruiting

Job Type: Full-Time

Funding Source:
Permanent

Monthly Salary: $3,657.34

Job Category:
Exempt

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge of common office software applications, e.g., Microsoft Office Suite (must indicate specific software applications used on the application, resume or cover letter).
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills in various work situations and as a team member.
• Evidence of public speaking experience; must have strong presentation and verbal communication skills.
• Evidence of experience working with difficult situations, time pressures, and multitude of interruptions.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret, apply, and explain complex policies and procedures clearly and precisely.
• Evidence of attention to detail, as demonstrated in a grammatically correct, articulate, and concise cover letter addressed to the McCoy College Advising Search Committee
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• Demonstrated experience working with students as an advisor, counselor, or student services professional in a higher education setting.
• Demonstrated experience using Banner, Degree Works, and Navigate in a professional capacity.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Texas State policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of McCoy College of Business degree programs.

The Academic Advisor I, under supervision of a director, is responsible for providing quality academic advising to new, continuing, and returning undergraduate students at Texas State University in the McCoy College of Business. The Academic Advisor I also provides appropriate advising guidance and referrals for prospective and visiting students.

• Provide accurate and consistent information about major, degree requirements, and progress toward graduation.
• Clearly explain complex information related to institutional policies and procedures.
• Coordinate, plan, and prepare for advising sessions.
• Engage with undergraduate students in-person, virtually, and over the phone.
• Help undergraduate students define and develop realistic educational and career goals.
• Maintain confidential student records through accurate and thorough documentation.
• Review graduation applications and certify students’ eligibility for graduation.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with academic units and university partners.
• Acknowledge and research student concerns, collaborate with appropriate stakeholders, and advocate for solutions with a commitment to fairness and integrity.
• Refer undergraduate students to appropriate resources for assistance.
• Participate in university efforts toward recruitment and retention such as Bobcat Day and New Student Orientation.
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement of advising services and integrate practices aimed at improving the student experience.
• Commit to ongoing professional development and attainment of knowledge regarding industry advancements and best practices in academic advising.
• Complete work at the request of other campus offices to support processes related to accreditation and/or student degree progress (Satisfactory Academic Progress plans, Courses Counting Toward Degree, Athletic Academic Progress forms, Transfer Course Agreements, etc.).
• Provide clerical assistance as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• A complete application packet includes: a completed electronic application; a grammatically correct, well‑written cover letter which expresses the applicant’s knowledge and skills as they relate to the job duties and qualifications as described; a current resume and a list of professional references. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Cover letters must be addressed to the McCoy College Advising Search Committee
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• This job is an in‑person position on the San Marcos campus. After completing training and receiving approval from the Advising Center Director, the position can participate in a remote work schedule outlined by the Advising Center Director.