The University of Texas at Dallas
Academic Advisor II - JSOM
🇺🇸
Richardson, TX
🕑
Full-Time
💰
$50,000
per Month
💻
Academic Advising
🗓️
March 16th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Texas at Dallas is hiring an Academic Advisor II - JSOM. This role involves providing individualized and group academic advising to undergraduate students, collaborating with faculty and staff on academic success initiatives, and managing student records to ensure progress toward degree completion at the Jindal School of Management.
Highlights
- Provide one-on-one and group advising to undergraduate students, including those at academic risk.
- Interpret degree requirements, university policies, and assist with academic planning, admissions, registration, and degree audits.
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administration on academic success programs, workshops, orientation, and retention efforts.
- Maintain and review student academic records and monitor graduation readiness.
- Train and mentor less experienced advising staff and participate in departmental planning and policy review.
- Use advising technologies such as PeopleSoft, OnBase, StudentBook, and Microsoft Office.
- Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree with two years of related experience or a Master's degree.
- Salary range is $50,000 and depends on qualifications (DOQ), paid monthly.
- Position is regular full-time in the Management department of JSOM.
- Work is performed on-site at the University with access to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
Academic Advisor II - JSOM Full Description
Academic Advisor II - JSOM
Posting Details
Posting Number | S06924P
Position Title | Academic Advisor II - JSOM
Functional Title |
Department | Management
Salary Range | $50,000 - DOQ
Pay Basis | Monthly
Position Status | Regular full-time
Location | Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Posting Open Date | 03/13/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | No
Desired Start Date | 04/06/2026
Job Summary | Make your next career move your BEST career move!
Join our team at the University of Texas at Dallas!
The Jindal School of Management (JSOM) is looking for a dedicated Academic Advisor II to support undergraduate students in their academic journey. In this role, you will collaborate with advisors, program directors, deans, and faculty to provide guidance on degree requirements, assist with admissions, registration, and degree audits, and maintain student records.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where you’ll have a direct impact on student success and contribute to the growth of one of the nation’s top business schools.
Minimum Education and Experience | - Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years related experience; or Master’s degree.
Preferred Education and Experience | Preference will be given to internal applicants.
Other Qualifications | To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Function & Scope:
Supports the coordination and delivery of academic advising services that promote student retention and academic progress. Works independently with students and collaborates with faculty, staff, and administration to apply effective advising strategies and ensure consistent support across programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provides one-on-one and group advising to students, including those with complex academic paths or who are at academic risk. Interprets degree requirements, university policies, and procedures; assists students in developing and updating academic plans. Reviews and analyzes student records for academic progress, degree planning, and graduation readiness. Collaborates with faculty and staff to support academic success initiatives, including workshops, orientation, and retention programs. Serves as a resource for newer advising staff; may assist with training or mentoring less experienced colleagues. Participates in departmental planning, policy review, and service delivery improvement initiatives. Attends professional development sessions and contributes to the implementation of best practices in advising. Partners with lead advisors and the assistant director to enhance workflows and ensure accurate and efficient advising processes each registration cycle. Monitors and evaluates department-created tools and resources to ensure they effectively support advising goals and student success.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and assist in onboarding and training new advising staff. Proficiency in advising technologies and systems such as PeopleSoft, OnBase, StudentBook, and Microsoft Office. Ability to interpret and communicate complex academic information to students clearly and accurately. Demonstrated ability to identify student needs, make appropriate referrals, and support student problem-solving. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Physical Activities |
Working Conditions |
Additional Information | Work Notice:
Work will be performed on-site and in person.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees AD&D Insurance Dental & Vision Plan Options Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan Fertility Benefits Paid time off All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Special Instructions Summary |
Important Message | 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
Position Title | Academic Advisor II - JSOM
Functional Title |
Department | Management
Salary Range | $50,000 - DOQ
Pay Basis | Monthly
Position Status | Regular full-time
Location | Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Posting Open Date | 03/13/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | No
Desired Start Date | 04/06/2026
Job Summary | Make your next career move your BEST career move!
Join our team at the University of Texas at Dallas!
The Jindal School of Management (JSOM) is looking for a dedicated Academic Advisor II to support undergraduate students in their academic journey. In this role, you will collaborate with advisors, program directors, deans, and faculty to provide guidance on degree requirements, assist with admissions, registration, and degree audits, and maintain student records.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where you’ll have a direct impact on student success and contribute to the growth of one of the nation’s top business schools.
Minimum Education and Experience | - Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years related experience; or Master’s degree.
Preferred Education and Experience | Preference will be given to internal applicants.
Other Qualifications | To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Function & Scope:
Supports the coordination and delivery of academic advising services that promote student retention and academic progress. Works independently with students and collaborates with faculty, staff, and administration to apply effective advising strategies and ensure consistent support across programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provides one-on-one and group advising to students, including those with complex academic paths or who are at academic risk. Interprets degree requirements, university policies, and procedures; assists students in developing and updating academic plans. Reviews and analyzes student records for academic progress, degree planning, and graduation readiness. Collaborates with faculty and staff to support academic success initiatives, including workshops, orientation, and retention programs. Serves as a resource for newer advising staff; may assist with training or mentoring less experienced colleagues. Participates in departmental planning, policy review, and service delivery improvement initiatives. Attends professional development sessions and contributes to the implementation of best practices in advising. Partners with lead advisors and the assistant director to enhance workflows and ensure accurate and efficient advising processes each registration cycle. Monitors and evaluates department-created tools and resources to ensure they effectively support advising goals and student success.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and assist in onboarding and training new advising staff. Proficiency in advising technologies and systems such as PeopleSoft, OnBase, StudentBook, and Microsoft Office. Ability to interpret and communicate complex academic information to students clearly and accurately. Demonstrated ability to identify student needs, make appropriate referrals, and support student problem-solving. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Physical Activities |
Working Conditions |
Additional Information | Work Notice:
Work will be performed on-site and in person.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees AD&D Insurance Dental & Vision Plan Options Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan Fertility Benefits Paid time off All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Special Instructions Summary |
Important Message | 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214
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800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418
Richardson,
TX 75080-3021
800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418
Richardson,
TX 75080-3021
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