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Job Title Academic Advisor I or II - Rusche College of Business

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

FLSA Non-Exempt

General Job Description

Academic Advisor I:

This is a professional position responsible for advising undecided, prospective, and enrolled students in course selection and academic program planning consistent with each student’s interests and abilities. Responsible for assisting with recruitment and retention efforts; promoting student academic success and professional development; and coordinating and providing a variety of student services. Primarily supports one academic school, department, or assigned group of students. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to assigned supervisor.

Academic Advisor II:

This is a professional position responsible for advising undecided, prospective, and enrolled students in course selection and academic program planning consistent with each student’s interests and abilities. Responsible for assisting with recruitment and retention efforts; promoting student academic success and professional development; and coordinating and providing a variety of student services. Primarily supports one academic school, department, or assigned group of students; assists with advising and major course selection for other schools, departments, or groups of students as needed. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to assigned supervisor.

Essential Job Functions

Academic Advisor I:

1. Supports college students by coordinating and providing a variety of student services.

2. Conducts individual academic advising sessions and small group sessions with prospective, new, and continuing students.

3. Assists students in confirming major selection and choosing minor or other academic programs to support their educational interests.

4. Maintains contact with students to monitor their academic progress and assist them toward degree completion.

5. Provides intrusive advising, monitoring, and referrals for students in academic difficulty.

6. Assists with on campus recruiting efforts by meeting and corresponding with prospective students, providing referrals to faculty, and assisting with special events.

7. Assists with college and campus-wide programs designed to improve student academic success and enhance student professional development.

8. Maintains accurate files and records of interactions with students.

9. Participates in advising-related professional organizations and continuing education activities and events.

10. Gathers data for the purpose of monitoring student success and preparing reports.

Academic Advisor II:

1. Supports college students by coordinating and providing a variety of student services.

2. Conducts individual academic advising sessions and small group sessions with prospective, new, and continuing students.

3. Assists students in confirming major selection and choosing minor or other academic programs to support their educational interests.

4. Maintains contact with students to monitor their academic progress and assist them toward degree completion.

5. Provides intrusive advising, monitoring, and referrals for students in academic difficulty.

6. Reviews degree plans and performs graduation checkouts and audits.

7. Assists with on campus recruiting efforts by meeting and corresponding with prospective students, providing referrals to faculty, and assisting with special events.

8. Coordinates college and campus-wide programs designed to improve student academic success and enhance student professional development, including planning, marketing, and implementing activities, initiatives, and events.

9. Maintains accurate files and records of interactions with students.

10. Participates in advising-related professional opportunities, including actively participating in professional organizations, meetings, and conferences related to academic advising.

11. Collaborates with various university departments to enhance academic information and professional development services provided to students.

12. Collects, maintains, and analyzes data regarding the general operation and qualitative evaluation of advising programming.

13. Stays abreast of developments and emerging trends related to the area of specialization.

Non-Essential Job Functions

Academic Advisor I/II:

1. Serves on university committees as needed.

2. Participates in recruitment and retention activities as appropriate.

3. Adheres to NCAA , conference, and university rules and regulations when working with student athletes, as applicable.

4. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Academic Advisor I:

1. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, university policies and procedures.

2. Knowledge of developmental academic advising, retention management, and/or instructional strategies effective for college-age students.

3. Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.

4. Ability to learn office and university-specific software.

5. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

6. Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time.

7. Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

8. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

9. Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend solutions.

10. Ability to provide support for student development with demonstrable concern for students.

11. Ability to engage students and to create and enhance their commitment to the institution and each other.

12. Ability to acquire and maintain knowledge of university curriculum and degree requirements and to interpret them in the context of individual student needs.

13. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed.

Academic Advisor II:

1. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, university policies and procedures.

2. Knowledge of developmental academic advising, retention management, and/or instructional strategies effective for college-age students.

3. Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.

4. Organizational skill in managing projects simultaneously while maintaining a satisfactory work product.

5. Ability to learn office and university-specific software.

6. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

7. Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

8. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

9. Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement solutions.

10. Ability to provide support for student development with demonstrable concern for students.

11. Ability to engage students and to create and enhance their commitment to the institution and each other.

12. Ability to acquire and maintain knowledge of university curriculum and degree requirements and to interpret them in the context of individual student needs.

13. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed.

Physical Demands

Required Education

Academic Advisor I/II:

Bachelor’s degree is required.

Required Experience and Training

Academic Advisor I:

Two years of related experience is required.

Academic Advisor II:

Three years of experience in academic advising, student services, or instruction is required with a minimum of one year of full-time professional academic advising experience at an institution of higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

Academic Advisor I:

Experience in student services or instruction is preferred. Academic advising experience is strongly preferred.

Academic Advisor II:

Master’s degree is preferred.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Min Pay Rate

Mid Pay Rate

Salary Information Salary Grade - 14 or 13, Commensurate with Experience

Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting

This position is located in the Rusche College of Business.

Is Background Check Required? Yes

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S2025-097

Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants

Number of Positions Available 2

Posted Date 06/06/2025

Review Start Date

Close Date

Work Schedule Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/13074

Contact Information

Contact Name Jennifer Goddard

Contact Phone (936)468-4654

Contact Email [email protected]

Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * What is the highest level of education attained?

+ GED

+ High School Diploma

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ Ph.D./Ed.D.

+ * What is your academic major/minor?

(Open Ended Question)

+ * Which of the following best represents the number of years experience you possess relating to the job to which you are applying?

+ Less than two years

+ Two to three years

+ Four to five years

+ Six to seven years

+ Eight to nine years

+ Ten or more years

+ * Describe your experience in academic advising, student services, or instruction.

(Open Ended Question)

+ * Please provide your years of full-time professional academic advising experience at an institution of higher education.

+ 0

+ 1-2

+ 3-4

+ 5-7

+ 8 or more

+ * Are you a current employee of the university?

+ Yes

+ No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter

+ List of References

Optional Documents

+ Transcript(s)

+ Letter of Recommendation 1

+ Letter of Recommendation 2

+ Letter of Recommendation 3