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University of North Texas is hiring an Academic Advisor to guide undergraduate students in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business through degree and program requirements and course scheduling. The advisor keeps student status records, transcript evaluations, degree plan audits, and graduation applications up to date, and determines how transfer credits apply toward degree requirements. Beyond one-on-one advising, the role trains and mentors other advisors and supports outreach and recruitment activities.

Highlights

Advise students individually and in groups on degree requirements and university and college policies, with referrals to campus offices as needed.
Prepare and update degree audits, including evaluating and applying transfer work under university and college policies.
Process graduation applications and degree plans to meet college and university deadlines.
Present Ryan College of Business degree information at new student orientations and other group activities.
Take a leadership role in training and mentoring other advisors.
Serve as a subject matter expert on specialized majors and manage special projects.
Hold a bachelor's degree and two years of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, or professional academic advising.
Bring strong presentation and problem-solving skills plus the ability to work independently and lead project teams.
Work Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with occasional nights and weekends.
Earn a salary of $43,888 with TRS retirement eligibility.

Academic Advisor Full Description

Employee Classification

Academic Advisor

Department

UNT-Provost / UNT-Ryan College of Business, UNT-RCOB-Undergrad Programs

Salary

$43,888.00 (FTE 1.000000, TRS Eligible)

Department Summary

The G. Brint Ryan College of Business is the choice of nearly 9,000 students, making it one of the largest business schools in the nation. Since 1961, the college has been continuously accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a hallmark of the world’s best business schools. Nationally recognized, cutting-edge degrees enable students to learn beyond the classroom, preparing them to become leaders in their fields.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for advising students on degree/program requirements and course scheduling. Maintains and updates student status records, transcript evaluations, degree plan audits, and graduation applications. Responsible for taking a leadership role in training and mentoring other advisors, participating in outreach/recruitment activities, managing special projects and/or serving as a subject matter expert on specialized majors, and determining how transfer credits apply toward degree requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, or professional academic advising.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong presentation skills. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to use a variety of complex computer applications. Ability to communicate effectively with various populations verbally and in writing. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to work independently and lead project teams effectively. Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).

Preferred Qualifications

Strong public speaking and communication skills.

Job Duties

Advise students individually and in group settings regarding degree requirements and university and College Policies. Make referrals to campus offices as necessary.
Prepare and update degree audits: evaluating and applying for transfer work in accordance with University and College policies.
Process graduation applications and degree plans: as assigned to meet RCOB and university deadlines.
Prepare and present Ryan College of Business degree information at new student orientations and other group activities.
Contribute to the overall organizational health and performance of the Ryan College of Business Undergraduate Programs Office through teamwork, knowledge sharing, professional development, and professional relationship building.
Demonstrate a commitment to supporting a broad range of individuals within the academic community.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm, with occasional nights and weekends.

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit – and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities.

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