Director of Academic Advising

Job Title

Director of Academic Advising

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Dean Of College Of Architecture

Proposed Minimum Salary

$7,083.34 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Who we are 

The Texas A&M College of Architecture offers undergraduate and graduate professional programs to prepare individuals to enter the professions of architecture, landscape architecture, construction management, urban and regional planning. The planning, design and construction of the world’s buildings, cities and landscapes involve a variety of professional skills. The faculty of architects, urban planners, landscape architects, engineers, computer scientists, constructors, lawyers, historians, and artists, in collaboration with educators in the language, philosophy and culture and natural and social sciences, help students develop an understanding of the physical, social, economic and political forces that shape our environment. To learn more about the College of Architecture, please visit us at https://arch.tamu.edu.

A Glimpse of the job

The Director of Academic Advising provides leadership in the development and implementation of advising standards and best practices, manages daily operations, and ensures effective communication between academic leadership and advising staff. This role involves strategic planning, supervising employees, promoting teamwork, handling budget preparation, and serving as a liaison for relevant college offices. The director also facilitates communication with university administrative units, serves on committees, analyzes program data, supports student success initiatives, and engages in professional development to stay current with advising best practices.

The Director of Academic Advising is responsible for leading a unit or institution-wide academic advising program that is grounded in tenets of practice outlined by the National Association of Academic Advising (NACADA) and appropriate academic advising and student development theories for student success. Complies with all state, system, and university policies, regulations, rules, procedures, guidelines, and directives in a timely manner and adhere to confidentiality policies (FERPA). May advise in both group and individual settings with current and prospective students. In addition, the Office of Student Services includes recruitment.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation starting at $85,000/annually and is commensurate to selected candidate’s skills and experience.

Special Instructions: A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (to include at least one previous supervisor) are strongly recommended. You may upload all three on the application under CV/Resume or upon answering the questionnaire you may attach the documents.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ten years of related academic advising experience.

• Three years of Supervisory Experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in applicable field.

• Experience in higher education.

• Experience advising students in higher education, TAMU experience preferred.

• Knowledge of TAMU policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of academic achievement, progress towards degree, and probation requirements based on university student rules, college policies, and program specific requirements set by the leadership of the college/school.

• Knowledge of student development theories and how they apply to academic advising and student success initiatives.

 

A well-qualified candidate will have the following:

• Ability to work with people from various backgrounds and be helpful, respectful, approachable, and team oriented.

• Ability to cultivate strong working relationships, foster