Academic Advisor I - Department of Biology
Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, United States
**Job Title**Academic Advisor I - Department of Biology**Agency**Texas A&M University**Department**College of Arts and Sciences**Proposed Minimum Salary**$3,750.00 monthly**Job Location**College Station, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description****Here’s a Glimpse of the Job**The Department of Biology at Texas A&M University is hiring a new Academic Advisor I!The Academic Advisor I will be responsible for driving engagement and empowering students to achieve their academic and career goals. This position will play a vital role in maximizing undergraduate student retention by building relationships with students and clarifying procedures and academic requirements for the Department of Biology. Join our team as an Academic Advisor I and help guide students on their academic journey from orientation to graduation!**Salary: $45,000.00****Special Note:** May have occasional activities or events on evenings or weekends.**Opportunities to Contribute:****Advise Students*** Collaborate with students to understand and develop realistic and attainable educational and academic goals.* Provide input on related majors, minors, future education, and career options that best align with goals.* Assist students with academic processes such as registration, add/drop, Q drops, withdrawals, and change of curriculum submissions.* Counsel students regarding core and degree course selection and implication of selected courses and/or exception requests.**Deliver Student Success and Retention Strategies*** Consistently engage the student population utilizing outreach methods to keep students informed of critical and relevant personal, academic, and professional topics.* Proactively share available academic, professional, and health and wellness resources such as the Academic Success Center, Career Center, Student Organizations, Counseling & Psychological Services, or Disability Resources.* Actively monitors students’ progress by reviewing and assessing academic records.* Assist in the planning and/or delivery of department related advising, student success, retention events, and academic campaigns.**Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree.**A well-qualified candidate may also possess:*** Bachelor’s degree in Biology or closely related field.* Knowledge of student development in higher education.* Internship, work-study, or volunteer roles in advising offices, residence life, student affairs, or orientation programs.* Experience in peer mentorship, peer advising, or student leadership roles.* Basic understanding of academic policies, degree requirements, and FERPA.* Previous responsibilities in advising, counseling, or mentoring.* Familiarity with student information systems (SIS), degree audit tools, and advising platforms.* Knowledge of Texas A&M advising programs & systems such as Compass, Navigate (Banner), and Howdy.* Experience initiating, building, and maintaining effective relationships.* Ability to research information to meet situation parameters.* Prior collaboration with faculty and campus resources to support student success.* Active listening to determine speakers’ goals, needs, and/or challenges.* Familiarity organizing, prioritizing, and working effectively to meet goals and parameters of simultaneous projects.* Ability to use various computer programs to include word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.* Ability to work with confidential information.**What You Need to Do:**Select the Apply button to begin your application. **Submitting a cover letter and resume is strongly recommended and will help us with the review process.** You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.
Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our
which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.* ,
with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums* of annual paid holidays* Up to
and at least
each month* Automatic enrollment in the* Health and Wellness:* Professional Development: All employees have access to free
training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more* for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee* a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employeesAll 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.
The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.
From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!
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Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our
which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.* ,
with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums* of annual paid holidays* Up to
and at least
each month* Automatic enrollment in the* Health and Wellness:* Professional Development: All employees have access to free
training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more* for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee* a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employeesAll 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.
The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.
From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 845-5154.**Useful Links:**
#J-18808-Ljbffr