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Academic Advisor I

🇺🇸 San Marcos, TX

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $3,657 per Month

💻 Academic Advising

🗓️ June 5th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Texas State University is hiring an Academic Advisor I. This role involves providing quality undergraduate advising to current and prospective students, serving as a resource for students and their parents. The advisor will offer guidance on academic progression and degree requirements while maintaining confidential student records and participating in recruitment and retention activities.

 Highlights

  • Provide academic advising to undergraduate students.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Zoom required.
  • Monthly salary is $3,657.34.
  • Experience with college students or adolescents is essential.
  • Knowledge of college music programs is preferred.
  • Use of Banner and DegreeWorks software preferred.

Academic Advisor I Full Description

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Academic Advisor I
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Must be able to work on occasional weeknights and weekends.
Posting Information
 Posting Information 
Posting Number  | 2025526
Posting/Functional Title  | Academic Advisor I
University Pay Plan Title  | Academic Advisor I
Location  | San Marcos
Department  | Fine Arts & Comm Academic Advising Ctr
Recruitment Type  | Open to All
Job Type  | Full-Time
Funding Source  | Permanent
Monthly Salary  | $3,657.34
Job Category  | Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.  | Experience working with college students or children/adolescents in a professional or volunteer capacity Knowledge of common office applications including Microsoft 365 and Zoom  Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills  Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills  Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills  Ability to interpret, apply and explain complex policies and procedures clearly and precisely  Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team  Ability to maintain focus in a fast-paced environment  Ability to respond to stressful situations with professionalism and composure
Preferred Qualifications  |  Knowledge of college music programs.  Professional academic advising experience in higher education.  Demonstrated professional experience using Banner student information software.  Demonstrated professional experience using DegreeWorks degree audit software.
Job Description  | Responsible for providing quality undergraduate advice to current and prospective students, and serves as a resource for them and their parents.
Job Duties  | · Job Summaryo The Academic Advisor I, under supervision of a director, provides quality academic advising to new, continuing, and returning undergraduate students at Texas State University. The Academic Advisor I also provides appropriate advising guidance and referrals for prospective and visiting students.· Job Dutieso Provide accurate and consistent information about major, degree requirements, and progress toward graduationo Clearly explain complex information related to institutional policies and procedureso Coordinate, plan, and prepare for advising sessionso Engage with undergraduate students in-person, virtually, and over the phoneo Help undergraduate students define and develop realistic educational and career goalso Maintain confidential student records through accurate and thorough documentationo Review graduation applications and certify students’ eligibility for graduationo Maintain collaborative relationships with academic units and university partnerso Acknowledge and research student concerns, collaborate with appropriate stakeholders, and advocate for solutions with a commitment to fairness and integrityo Refer undergraduate students to appropriate resources for assistanceo Participate in university efforts toward recruitment and retention such as Bobcat Day and New Student Orientationo Provide recommendations for continuous improvement of advising services and integrate practices aimed at improving the student experienceo Commit to ongoing professional development and attainment of knowledge regarding industry advancements and best practices in academic advisingo Provide clerical assistance as neededo 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.)o Other duties as assigned
Additional Information to Applicants  | Must be able to work on occasional weeknights and weekends.
Job Open Date  | 06/04/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)  | 06/18/2025
Open Until Filled  | No
Normal Work Days  | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start  | 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End  | 5:00PM
Posting Notices  | You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter and letter of recommendation to your application.
Legal and Required Notices  | Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?  | • Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions


By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.
Quick Link  | https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/52884
Applicant Document
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Letter of Recommendation #1
Optional Documents
  1. DD 214/DD1300
  2. Veteran's Preference 
  3. Licensure
  4. Certifications
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