Academic Advisor I - University Academic Advising

Job description

TITLE: Academic Advisor I: JOB SUMMARY: Performs responsible work in the advising of students on TWU programs and services. Responsible for working with students in an effort to help individuals select, outline and achieve educational and developmental goals. Work is performed independently under limited supervision and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policy & Procedures. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to: Designated Academic Administrator: Supervises: May supervise Student Assistants: ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following: Uses computer software and university data systems to review student files and to update them when needed (TSI compliance, Student Planning, Colleague, G-Media, etc.) and uses internet to locate information. Advises students (undergraduate, graduate, transfer, and/or continuing) individually and in groups on academic programs. Provides advising for designated college, and when needed, advising for other TWU students. Advises students in meeting readiness requirements (t...