Academic Advisor Liberal Arts & Behavioral Sciences

Under general supervision provides academic advisement and planning to current and potential students using a variety of resources to assist them with unique needs and processes associated within their home school/ college and major; and to bring together academic and campus resources necessary for academic success. Essential Duties Summary Advise students in their specific major. Evaluate transfer credits. Register students for courses with approval. Develop academic plans. Assist in course selections. Complete academic audits. Discuss probation problems. Recruit students at local high schools and community colleges. Discuss academic probation/suspension with affected students and make appropriate referrals when needed. Develop targeted completion advising plans for junior and senior students. Monitor academic progress. Attend career success fairs. Resolve academic and social issues. Communicate with faculty, department chairs and other campus resources as necessary. Serve as an ultimate subject matter expert in several professional disciplines and is the "go-to" expert on principles, methods and procedures. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. % FTE 1.0 Hiring Range Commensurate with experience. Education Bachelor's degree. Required Licensing/Certification Valid Texas Driver's License preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Multiple academic disciplines. Technical and functional principles and procedures. Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications. Skill in: Problem-solving and decision-making. Strong time management. Both verbal and written communication. Ability to: Lead the development or modification of work procedures in the discipline or function for virtually any situation. Prepare detailed reports. Create methods and approaches to handle unique situations. Work independently. Advise and communicate effectively. Work Experience Three (3) years to five (5) years of related experience. Working/Environmental Conditions Prolonged standing and/or walking. Handling light weight objects. Using or carrying equipment. Desired start date Position End Date (if temporary)