Assistant Director, Academic Advising

Title: Assistant Director, Academic Advising

Employee Classification: Asst Dir, Academic Advising

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department: DAL-Office of the Provost

Department: DAL-Academic Advising-513250

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $64,994.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

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.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

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

As part of the Department of Academic Advising and Student Success, this position is responsible for the coordination and administration of advising services of an assigned college or area. The position manages departmental processes and functions as advising office resource expert for more complex advising issues. This position also collaborates and assists in the development and implementation of assigned departmental projects and educational programs, exercising considerable initiative and independent judgment in the performance of assigned duties. Supervises and participates in the day-to-day operations of the Academic Advising Center ensuring that all “customers,” both internal and external, have the best academic advising experience. This is done through consistent, exceptional customer service, development of the academic advisors plus peer advisors and Academic Advising & Student Success Leadership Team, and the maintaining of the Academic Advising Center visual standards as well as compliance with established policies and procedures. 

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree and 5 years' of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, or professional academic advising.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
• Thorough knowledge of Texas rules and regulations related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
• Ability to plan and conceptualize and make sound business decisions.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Depth of knowledge in academic advising, student