About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The College of Health and Public Service (HPS) at the University of North Texas prepares graduates to address diverse and complex social issues such as aging, disability, disaster management and recovery, criminal justice, health disparities and public safety, and find solutions to challenges in public administration, public health and urban design.

We have eight academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs, the Kristin Farmer Autism Center, the Center for Public Management, the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, the UNT Work Inclusion and Supported Employment (UNTWISE) program, UNT ELEVAR, and several professional development and clinical training programs to facilitate careers to address a global society.

HPS Student Advising guides students from start to finish, helping them explore careers, choose their major, select courses, meet university requirements, prepare for graduation and more to ensure they have a meaningful undergraduate experience at UNT.

Position Overview

The Director of HPS Advising develops, implements, and analyzes strategic program initiatives related to recruitment, retention, and graduation of undergraduate students within the College of Health and Public Service. They also supervise all Student Success personnel and office operations and advise students regarding HPS degree requirements and academic policies.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree and four years of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, professional academic advising, or related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate). Current knowledge of student development and counseling theory. Strong leadership skills appropriate for a supportive, dynamic environment. Strong presentation skills, critical thinking skills, creative problem solving skills. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

Job Duties

• Maintains and enhances professional knowledge through training, professional associations, and related activities. 
• SUPERVISION AND ADMINISTRATION OF ACADEMIC SERVICES: Coordinates daily operations for the office, and maintenance of data associated with office operations. 
• Confers with Dean, Associate Deans, staff specialist, and faculty members on advising concerns, challenges, and academic success issues. 
• Makes administrative decisions related to concurrent enrollment, drop/add, suspension, probation, overloads, and grade appeal inquiry. 
• Ability to hire, discharge, supervise, and evaluate Student Services personnel in accordance with the University's policies and Procedures. 
• Demonstrate effective leadership skills for a diverse office staff. 
• Provides leadership in development and implementation of new students orientation programming. 
• Develops retention programs for students at risk, particularly those identified by academic alert or academic probation status.
• Review academic appeal requests for students on academic suspension and make decisions and recommendations for academic reinstatement as appropriate. 
• Maintain working familiarity with relevant University, College, and program policies and procedures, and maintain mastery of authorized EIS data bases, and other computer information systems required to perform above described job duties. 

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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. Resume and cover letter required

Benefits

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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.