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About Us - Values Overview:
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
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Department Summary
UNT’s College of Engineering offers Bachelors, Masters and Doctoral degrees in various engineering disciplines. The College’s innovative curricula are taught by experienced faculty that will equip students with life-long learning skills in order to adapt as the industry changes and remain competitive in a global market.
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Position Overview
The Associate Academic Advisor will advise students of the requirements and procedures needed for completion of degrees, prepare paperwork associated with academic requirements, and graduation processing.
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Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong presentation skills; strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to learn and use a variety of simple to complex computer applications.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to work independently.
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Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
- Knowledge of degree programs and education requirements, admissions, and status.
- Ability to conduct interviews and counsel with students.
- Ability to make decisions in accordance with established University regulations and policies.
- Ability to make computations and tabulations rapidly and accurately.
- Tact, diplomacy, judgment required in dealing with others.
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Job Duties:
- Advises students, as necessary, on best degree/major/minor/certificate and career matches. Advises students, as necessary, on college transition challenges, academic transition challenges, information related to student interests/aptitudes/abilities/etc. and other issues related to overall student success.
- Accurately advises students regarding university requirements, individual program requirements, academic policies/processes, and academic deadlines, including special student populations and applicability of transfer credits. Confers with faculty or administrator as needed.
- Documents advising appointments and student interactions in the advising software and provides follow up with students, as needed.
- Promotes good will and quality customer service to students and is effective in handling a variety of student situations. Consults with other advisors (or administrator) as needed to resolve challenging student situations/issues.
- Accurately updates, edits, and processes college admissions status, degree audits, graduation applications, and other student records/forms via the university systems and advising software.
- Supports events and initiatives including admissions, orientations, commencements, recruitment events, retention activities, on/off campus presentations, and/or college programming.
- Supports adequate participation/coverage, and the development of strategies/procedures that promote advisor efficiency, productivity, and positive team engagement.
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Physical Requirements:
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
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Environmental Hazards:
- No adverse environmental conditions expected.
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Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
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Driving University Vehicle:
No
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Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
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Special Instructions:
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
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Benefits:
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
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EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
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