The University of Texas at Arlington - School of Social Work · 4 weeks ago
Academic Advisor I - First Year Engineering
The University of Texas at Arlington is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex. The Academic Advisor I – First Year Engineering delivers individual and group academic advisement to students, providing guidance on degree requirements, course selection, and academic progress to enhance the educational experience and student retention.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Conduct academic advising for current and prospective students utilizing multiple modalities such as in-person, virtual, phone, and email
Provide guidance on academic topics such as degree requirements, relevant course selection, and provide students with assistance in setting and achieving educational and career goals
Help students make informed academic decisions teaching them how to track their own academic progress, locate and interpret appropriate policies, and to utilize the tools and resources available
Monitor the academic progress of a student caseload
This includes proactive outreach to provide students with just-in-time assistance
Conduct verification of degree progress, removal of holds, and approval of various forms to ensure timely student progression, etc
Analyze and interpret student data, transcripts, and placement results
Enter advising notes into MyMav following best practices for documenting student appointments/contacts
Maintain a clear understanding of all applicable federal, state, and University policies and procedures
Keep abreast of relevant academic programs and support services such as counseling and tutoring within a College and University and provide appropriate referrals to students
Participate in campus events (such as New Maverick Orientation), advising meetings, professional conferences, and individual professional development
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Conduct academic advising for current and prospective students utilizing multiple modalities such as in-person, virtual, phone, and email
Provide guidance on academic topics such as degree requirements, relevant course selection, and provide students with assistance in setting and achieving educational and career goals
Help students make informed academic decisions teaching them how to track their own academic progress, locate and interpret appropriate policies, and to utilize the tools and resources available
Monitor the academic progress of a student caseload
Conduct verification of degree progress, removal of holds, and approval of various forms to ensure timely student progression
Analyze and interpret student data, transcripts, and placement results
Enter advising notes into MyMav following best practices for documenting student appointments/contacts
Maintain a clear understanding of all applicable federal, state, and University policies and procedures
Keep abreast of relevant academic programs and support services such as counseling and tutoring within a College and University and provide appropriate referrals to students
Participate in campus events (such as New Maverick Orientation), advising meetings, professional conferences, and individual professional development
Demonstrated willingness and/or experience working collaboratively with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds, and experiences
Preferred
Master's degree in related field
One (1) year of experience working with college students or adolescents in an advising capacity or the equivalent experience
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Company
The University of Texas at Arlington - School of Social Work
The School of Social Work at the University of Texas at Arlington is one of the nation's largest and most prestigious schools of Social Work.
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