About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

Mission
The Office of Academic Advising & Student Success strives to promote academic success and foster personal growth by empowering undergraduate students to become active participants in their educational journey at UNT Dallas.

Vision
Through holistic support, we are committed to promoting a culture of civic engagement and reshaping the socioeconomic opportunities for every Trailblazer. Our Advisors Help Current and New Undergraduate Students:

- Encourage, explore, and assist students with defining educational goals
- Actively listen to concerns, remain open-minded, respectful and maintain confidentiality of your records
- Explain and assist students with learning University Policies and Procedures
- Provide students with the tools needed to make informed decisions concerning degree completion

Position Overview

The Associate Academic Advisor is an entry-level position dedicated to guiding undergraduate students through their academic journey, from initial registration to graduation. This role involves advising students on degree and program requirements, as well as course scheduling, while managing a regular caseload of students. The Academic Advisor also connects students with campus resources, collaborates with other campus offices to address challenges, and fosters student success. Additionally, this position works closely with the advising team to create a positive work environment and supports team initiatives, including projects, events, and caseload management, to ensure exceptional student support.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

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.

Preferred Qualifications

One year of experience in advising, coaching, student affairs, student services, counseling or other related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Advise students on university and degree program requirements, including the application of transfer credits and credit by examination, in various settings such as face-to-face, group, and virtual meetings.
• Assist students in maintaining enrollment in courses aligned with degree requirements to support timely graduation with intended degrees and credentials.
• Prepare and update degree audits, maintain student records, and document advising interactions using advising technology.
• Collaborate with campus resources and academic departments to provide referrals and address emerging student concerns effectively.
• Participate in special events and deliver group presentations focused on academic progress and student success. - (Essential)
• Support the advising team by contributing to special projects, onboarding new advisors, and assisting students as assigned by the Director.

Work Schedule:

Standard Monday - Friday

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

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. 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

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.