Job Title

Director, Academic Advising

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Office of the Provost & VP for Academic Affairs

Proposed Minimum Salary

$6,333.34 monthly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Summary

The Director of Academic Advising, under general direction, oversees and coordinates academic advising services and programs for new and returning students at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU).
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Oversees the academic advising services and programs for new, returning and transfer students.

Develops and maintains an Advisor’s Handbook reflecting common policies and guidelines based on best practices.

Oversees advising centers to ensure they remain in conjunction with the College Deans' Offices and that each advising center serves the distinct interests and needs of its constituents appropriately.

Works collaboratively with Deans and Advisors to engage them in decision-making and foster teamwork and team building.

Coordinates advising strategies with various campus entities and programs to maximize student success and retention.

Provides professional development concerning best practices with advisors in regards to retention.

Provides academic advising services to students.

Develops, executes and assesses office policies, procedures and technology related to advising.

This information represents the primary responsibilities or this position, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education – Bachelor's degree in applicable field.

Experience - Ten years of related experience in higher education.

Supervisory Experience – a minimum of three years supervisory experience in an academic advising environment.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

Word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Budget management and strategic planning.

Banner or similar proprietary systems for higher education.

Ability to:

Multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Strong verbal and communication skills.

Licensing / Professional Certification – None.

Physical Requirements – General Office Environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision of Others

This position generally supervises employees.

Other Requirements

Evening and weekend work may be required.

Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.

Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

Salary: $76,000/annual

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials.  The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time.  The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:

Resume

Cover Letter

At least 3 references and their full contact information, and

Unofficial transcripts

Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.