Academic Advisor II - Blocker Advising Center

Job Title

Academic Advisor II - Blocker Advising Center

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

College of Arts and Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,125.00 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Glimpse of the Job

The College of Arts and Sciences is looking for an Academic Advisor II that will be responsible for fostering meaningful student engagement and empowering individuals to realize their academic and professional aspirations in the Departments of Physics and Statistics . This role is instrumental in enhancing undergraduate retention by cultivating strong student relationships and providing clear, strategic guidance on academic policies, procedures, and program-specific requirements.

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 their goals.
• Educate, prepare, and assist students with the full array of academic processes by sharing university and college policies, program requirements, transfer credit decisions, etc.
• Counsel students regarding core and degree course selection and implication of selected courses and / or exception requests.
• Provide input on probationary decisions.
• Create and maintain updated relevant records and notes.

Deliver Student Success and Retention Strategies :

Team Building and Support :

Salary : $49,500.00

Location : This is an in-person opportunity. The selected candidate will be expected to work on our College Station campus.

Qualifications :

A well-qualified candidate may also possess :

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.

Why Texas A&M University?

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 core values which are : Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

The College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart and foundation of Texas A&M University. Our 18 departments and more than 130 academic programs of study offer students the opportunity to pursue an extraordinarily wide range of subjects spanning the natural sciences, humanities, mathematics, social sciences, languages, and life sciences. The college is home to preeminent scholars and researchers, world-class academic programs, and exceptional students eager to learn, discover, and make a difference. The educational experience in Arts and Sciences supports, engages, and inspires students during every step of their academic journey, from choosing to become an Aggie, to launching their successful career. It includes amazing opportunities for participating in cutting-edge research, study abroad experiences, immersive field work with world-renowned experts, and hands-on experiences through internships and professional programs. The College of Arts and Science is home to over 30 centers and institutes as well as many specialized laboratories and active research groups, where innovation by our top researchers continues to lead to groundbreaking discoveries and societal solutions in myriad world-changing areas. Be Here. Be ArtSci. Learn more about us at

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.

All 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.