Academic Advisor

A humblecollegefounded before Texas was a state,Baylornow stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey.

The survey, conducted by Modern Think, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We're Looking For

Baylor University is seeking an Academic Advisor to support the mission and vision of the University within the College of Arts and Sciences by advising students concerning their academic and career goals and the academic requirements of their intended major(s). They provide information on and refer students to University resources that can assist them in meeting their needs or solving problems.

A Bachelor’s Degree is required. A Master’s Degree and two years of relevant work experience is preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of one another.

Additional Knowledge, Skills or Abilities:

• Understanding of college student development and academic issues; ability to work with external constituents

• Excellent communication (written and oral), interpersonal, collaborative, and leadership skills

• Skilled in organization and coordination of complex projects

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to interpret and implement general university policies and procedures

• Ability to research advising related topics both internally and externally

• Commitment to work with individuals or groups with diverse backgrounds

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

• Serve as advisor of record for freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors and transfer students by developing educational plans, selecting courses, evaluating academic progress, referring to university resources and reviewing BA/BS options and study abroad
• Assist new students in learning about majors and programs in the College of Arts and Sciences during all orientation sessions
• Visit with prospective students throughout the year
• Serve on committees, provide evaluative information as requested, assist with all training workshops and other duties as assigned
• Assist the Director and Associate Director in handling special situations that include students, faculty, staff, Dean’s office requests or Provost’s office requests
• Participate in special targeted projects and research with the direct purpose of positively affecting recruitment, retention, and graduation for the College of Arts & Sciences
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with university policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Advise an assigned cohort of students during the fall, spring and summer (orientation)
• Respond to the academic needs of all students in the College of Arts and Sciences
• Deploy strategies created by the Senior Director for the direct advising of students in 90% of the College’s degree programs each semester (18/20 departments)
• Committee Assignments as assigned
• Monitor and maintain assigned cohort advising records
• Answer questions daily from students, parents, faculty, staff, other advisors and support staff
• Answer questions daily from all advising campus partners as directed by the Senior Director, Director, Associate Director and Assistant Directors
• Freshman Orientation Training for College of Arts and Sciences Advisement (CASA) and others
• Projects as…