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Position Title: Academic Advisor Code: 9378

Department: Academic Advising for the College of Arts & Sciences PIN: R00655

Reports to: Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Date: 4/14/05

FLSA Status: Exempt Zone: 7

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Responsible for advising TAMU-C students in developing valid educational plans that are compatible with their life goals, as well as maintaining current records in paper and electronic formats. Able to sustain a working relationship with multiple campus departments and faculty advisors within the College of Arts & Sciences.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• As directed, tracks and institutes proper advisement for those students who are provisionally admitted to the university and on academic/developmental probation/suspension.
• As directed, advise undergraduate students on course selection, TAMU-C policies, and academic requirements so that students may maximize their educational potential through communication with an advisor.
• Provides information to students on Texas Success Initiative regulations and available support services to assure that TAMU-C students will be in compliance with regulations.
• Manages confidential and computerized student information, registration and advisement during orientation sessions.
• Cooperates and assists with campus development programs in order to facilitate TAMU-C students’ access to resources.

· Acts in lead capacity for Graduate Assistants and peer advisors.

Contributes to the effective team management of all relevant problems, issues and opportunities.

This job description shall include, but is not necessarily limited to, the above duties. May temporarily perform other duties assigned to maintain operations and services.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

Marginal Functions will vary with the specific assignment and depend on the particular unit or function for which the person is responsible. Consideration will be given on a case by case basis and reassignment of marginal duties will be made when appropriate.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a bachelor’s degree, preferably in counseling or a related field. Understanding of student development with a sensitivity to the needs of students from diverse cultures required. Must have excellent interpersonal skills with interest and aptitude in working with students. Oral and written communications skills necessary. Comprehensive knowledge of the institution, its programs, academic requirements, majors, and student services, and computer application skills helpful.

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

Supervises GA’s and student workers.

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