Academic Advisor - Adelante

Major/Essential Functions

Works directly with the program director and the program coordinator on project planning and implementation.

Assist students in understanding institutional resources.

Conduct one-on-one advising sessions to assess self-efficacy towards degree completion.

Develop personalized workforce integration or advancement plans that align with students' interests and career aspirations.

Guide students to identify tutoring or other resources to improve study habits and grades.

Monitor students' academic performance and provide strategies for improvement, when necessary, beyond what is already provided within each school.

Connect students with campus resources, including tutoring, counseling, and career services.

Provide resource information or referrals on academic skills, time management, and study strategies.

Supports the Title V program Coordinator in facilitating mentor/mentee activities.

Identify at-risk students and develop intervention strategies to enhance retention.

Collaborate with faculty and staff to support student engagement and success initiatives.

Maintain accurate records of advising sessions and student progress.

Collects and reports data related to student performance and retention to inform advising practices.

Stay current with academic advising best practices and trends in higher education.

Participate in training sessions and professional organizations related to academic advising.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; one year related experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

At least two years of experience in academic advising, counseling, or higher education administration.

Proficient in using academic advising software and student information systems.

Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options - Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members

Paid Time Off - Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Pay Grade Minimum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Grade Maximum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Grant Funded?

Yes

Travel Required

Up to 50%

Shift

Day

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.